MARUDI: Headmen of longhouses especially those located in low-lying areas need to be alert to the possibility of floods and take the appropriate safety precautions, said Marudi District Officer Mackos Sibong.

“Ensure the longhouse folk are safe and report the flood to the authorities. For areas that are unaffected, the longhouse chiefs should monitor the situation from time to time so you won’t be caught off-guard if flood occurs,” he said.