MALINAU Task Force Team (Satgas) Border Security (Pamtas) Yonzipur 8/SMG, assisted in handling flood victims that occurred in the upstream area of the Kayan River, namely in Long Pujungan Village, Pujungan District, Malinau Regency, North Kalimantan (Kaltara).
Head of Information for Korem (Kapenrem) 092 Maharalila, Captain Chk Supriadi said the flooding that occurred in the area was due to the overflow of the Bahau River due to heavy rains in the upstream area of the sub-district that occurred for two days or since Monday and Tuesday.
"The heavy rains that have flushed the area in recent days have caused rivers to overflow and inundate residential areas," said Supriadi, Wednesday, January 15.
"The Pamtas team at Pos Long Pujungan evacuated residents to a safer place. The Task Force personnel, in collaboration with local village officials and volunteers, managed to evacuate residents and their property," he continued.
The evacuation process carried out over the past few days cannot be separated from the difficult terrain challenges and extreme weather conditions.
This flood disaster not only causes material losses, but also has an impact on residents' psychology.
"The Yonzipur 8/SMG Task Force together with local governments and related institutions continue to monitor the condition of residents and provide the necessary assistance," he said.
The assistance carried out by the Task Force personnel also received a positive response from the community.
"We are very grateful for the presence of the Pamtas Yonzipur 8/SMG Task Force which helped us in the evacuation process due to the flood", said Benjamin, one of the residents affected by the flood.
Previously, the Deputy Regent of Malinau, Jakaria, together with several government officials, directly observed the flood conditions that occurred in Paking Village, Mentararang District.
Paking Village was hit by floods as high as 2 to 3 meters. There are even residents who save themselves on the roof because the water has submerged most of the residents' houses.
"I have directed all relevant Regional Apparatus Organizations (OPD) to deal with flood disasters in Paking Village to be worrying. Around 100 houses were submerged in water and the community was experiencing difficulties. This is the second flood, previously it had receded but the water rose again. We were here to see the condition of the community and make sure they get help," he said.
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