Tragedy struck in Kampung Petai Dusun near Rantau Panjang as an 11-year-old girl drowned and another went missing after falling into floodwaters. Pasir Mas district deputy police chief Supt Nik Aminuddin Raja Abdullah reported that an emergency call about the incident was received at 6:39pm on the day of the tragic mishap.
According to Supt Nik Aminuddin, the two girls were playing in the floodwaters when they slipped and were swept away by the strong currents. Members of the public managed to rescue Siti Aisyah Mazi, but she was later pronounced dead while receiving treatment at Tanah Merah Hospital on the same day. The search operation to locate Siti Aisyah’s friend, Nur Damia Qaisara Mohd Sabre, is currently ongoing.
Supt Nik Aminuddin urged parents to always supervise their children and warned against allowing them to play in floodwaters without proper supervision. The tragic incident serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by floodwaters, especially during the monsoon season. It is a heartbreaking loss for the community, and authorities are working tirelessly to find the missing girl.
The tragic drowning serves as a grim reminder of the hazards posed by floodwaters, particularly for young children. With the search for Nur Damia Qaisara Mohd Sabre still ongoing, the community remains hopeful for a positive outcome. The police are calling on parents to exercise caution and ensure that their children are not left unattended near floodwaters.
As grieving continues for the loss of Siti Aisyah, efforts are being intensified to locate Nur Damia. The local community has come together to support the families of the two girls during this difficult time. The tragedy has sparked discussions about the importance of flood prevention measures and the need for heightened awareness of the dangers posed by floodwaters.
The incident has prompted local authorities to consider measures to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future. As the search for Nur Damia continues, the community is urged to remain vigilant and to support the ongoing efforts to find her. This devastating event has left a deep impact on the community, and the hope is that lessons will be learned to prevent such tragedies from happening again.
The entire community is urged to stay united and support the families affected by this heartbreaking incident. As the search for Nur Damia continues, the community remains hopeful for her safe return. In the meantime, authorities are stressing the importance of ensuring the safety of children during the monsoon season and have issued warnings to parents about the dangers of floodwaters.
