Quick response clears fallen tree on Tuaran bypass

16 Jul 2025 • 12:36 PM MYT
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By: Sabah Publishing House Sdn Bhd

KOTA KINABALU: A fallen tree temporarily obstructed traffic along Tuaran Bypass road here on Wednesday morning.

The Fire and Rescue Department received the call at 8.25am and arrived at the scene within eight minutes.

A total of 33 personnel from multiple agencies, including the Fire Department, police, APM, and JKR Globinaco, worked together to clear the road using chainsaws.

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Authorities ensured the area was secure before wrapping up the response effort.