Search for missing victims to continue after inspection by JMG at site of Penang landslide


  • Nation
  • Sunday, 21 Oct 2018

GEORGE TOWN (Bernama): The search and rescue (SAR) operation for the remaining five victims who are feared buried in the landslide at Jalan Bukit Kukus, Paya Terubong near here will continue after the Mineral and Geoscience Department (JMG) gives the green light, says Penang Fire and Rescue Department director Saadon Moktar (pic).

He said inspection was being conducted by JMG to detect any earth movement in the area before it could allow the SAR team to continue its operation on Sunday (Oct 21) for the remaining victims.

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