KUCHING: Amid the heavy responsibility of rescuing and relocating flood victims, one crucial aspect that cannot be overlooked is personal safety. This remains one of the biggest challenges for rescue personnel deployed in flood-affected areas of Sarawak.
Hadi Ibrahim, 44, a Civil Defence Force officer and a native of Kampung Sejijak said that while spotting crocodiles lounging on riverbanks is a common sight, the situation becomes alarming when floods occur.
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