SUPP branches in Sibu present aid for Kg Hilir fire victims

SIBU (Sept 27): The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Dudong, Sibu Jaya, and Nangka branches jointly presented funds and aid supplies to the Kampung Hilir fire victims recently.

Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC) Sibu chairman Penghulu Chua Hiong Kee received the contributions on behalf of the victims.

SUPP Dudong chairman Wong Ching Yong said the donations aimed to meet the basic living needs of the affected families.

The supplies, including food and daily necessities, were collected from concerned members of public.

“We hope that through our collective efforts, we can help these families to overcome their difficulties and return to normalcy as soon as possible.

“As members of society, we have a responsibility to provide support and assistance when others are in need,” he added.

Also present were SUPP Nangka chairman Chua Beng Seng, SUPP Sibu Jaya deputy chairman Kapitan Kong Sing Ping, Pemacha Paing Tawi, and William Annut – a political secretary to the Premier.

On the evening of Sept 22, a fire destroyed over 10 houses in Kampung Hilir and left more than 130 villagers homeless.

A total of 69 victims are now staying at the Temporary Transfer Centre (PPS) at Surau Darul Ma’aw, while the rest are putting up with relatives.