In parts of East Malaysia, students sitting for the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations have had to rely on the Fire and Rescue Department to ensure they reach their schools amidst severe flooding.
Photo via Facebook (Balai Bomba dan Peyelamat Kapit)
In Sarawak, a teacher from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Kapit 2 sought assistance from the Kapit Fire and Rescue Department to transport a student from their longhouse to the school. Rising floodwaters in Jalan Bukit Goram, Kapit, had submerged the area under more than 1.2 metres of water, making regular transportation impossible.
The Fire and Rescue Department shared a video on their Facebook page, showcasing their efforts to ferry the student using a boat. “Special assistance to evacuate a student from SMK Kapit 2, following flooding at the student’s home. The student will be sitting for their SPM examinations tomorrow (16 January) and was sent to the school’s dormitory at the request of a teacher from the school,” the department stated.
This student, however, was not the only one affected by the floods. In Sibu, another SPM candidate’s parents had to call on the Fire and Rescue Department for help, as floodwaters rendered the main roads impassable.
Two firemen, equipped with a 4-wheel-drive vehicle, stepped in to ensure the student made it to their examination venue safely. During the operation, the firemen also assisted two members of the public who were stranded and needed to get to work.
Sungai Sibau, Kapit - Khidmat Khas bantuan memindahkan seorang pelajar harian SMK Kapit 2 berikutan kawasan rumah pelajar tersebut dinaiki air. Pelajar ini akan menduduki peperiksaan SPM esok dan dihantar ke asrama atas permohonan pihak guru sekolah.
Posted by Balai Bomba Dan Penyelamat Kapit on Tuesday 14 January 2025
The dedication of the Fire and Rescue Department has not only helped these students pursue their education despite challenging circumstances but has also demonstrated their unwavering commitment to serving their communities in times of need.
