Over 600 emergency pumps ready nationwide as Malaysia braces for El Nino, says Irrigation Dept
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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 10 — A total of 606 portable emergency pumps of various specifications have been deployed nationwide and are ready to be mobilised as needed to address the El...
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The Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) said the measure was part of its operational preparedness efforts on the ground when river or dam water levels fell to critical levels.
The portable pumps would be used to channel water supplies to agricultural areas, irrigation schemes and areas experiencing water supply disruptions, as well as to support forest and peatland fire-fighting operations with the Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) and relevant agencies.
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- Aug 10, 2026
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