Pulau Aur folk appealing for maritime post to tackle monsoon and security concerns


Sabinah (second from left) chatting with island residents, who say a permanent security post would be a great help during weather-related emergencies and also instil confidence among tourists. – BERNAMApic

MERSING: Residents of Pulau Aur, 76km east of here, are concerned for their safety and wellbeing because the island lacks a permanent security post.

The island, the farthest from the Peninsular Malaysia coast and facing the South China Sea, is often inaccessible during the monsoon season when strong north-east winds trigger large waves.

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