Donation For Lekumutan Flood Victims, Pangeran Sambas Auctioned Rp1 Million Betta Collection

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JAKARTA - The Prince of Sambas Sultanate, West Kalimantan (West Kalimantan) Pangeran Ratu Muhammad Tarhan, participated in auctioning off his collection of Rp1 million of betta fish.

The proceeds from the sale will be donated to disaster-affected residents on Lekumutan Island.

"Alhamdulillah, the prince participated in the auction. He was very supportive and the prince's betta fish was also auctioned and the highest price for the prince's fish was Rp1 million," said one of the auction committee members, Maman Lages, as reported by Antara, Sunday, January 17.

The charity auction which was held for 3 days was held to help people affected by the big wave disaster on Lemukutan Island, Bengkayang.

"Alhamdulillah, the auction for 3 nights collected more than Rp. 12 million. To those who support and donate, we are very grateful," he said.

He explained that Betta Vespa in Sambas Regency was one of the supporters who played a role in the charity auction.

"The community gave the fish to be auctioned off for charity," he explained.

Earlier on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, Lumukutan Island, Sungai Raya District, Bengkayang Regency was affected by strong winds and big waves. The disaster collapsed and damaged people's homes.

Apart from the damage suffered by residents' houses, it also includes the docks in Teluk Cina, Melanau and Tanjung Palembang.

At least 10 houses were severely damaged and 20 houses were slightly damaged.

Apart from the residents 'houses, there are homestays or inns of approximately 15 units with minor and severe damage, even the access roads to residents' houses are covered with gravel, stone and wood or blocks.

The incident also damaged 10 pieces of bagan / kelong that collapsed, including the motor fishing boat that also sank.

Lemukutan Island is one of the tourist destinations in West Kalimantan. The beauty of the beach and its marine life are the main attraction for tourists, both from West Kalimantan and outside.