More lifeguards for Sabah in wake of tragedy


Keeping everyone safe: Sabah Parks will consider increasing the number of lifeguards on islands like Maiga Island located in Semporna, Sabah that’s a favourite of many local and foreign visitors.

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Parks is considering increasing the number of lifeguards on islands that are patronised by visitors.

Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Datuk Christina Liew said Sabah Parks director Dr Maklarin Lakim had spoken about this following the drowning of a tourist from China in Sapi Island on Friday.

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