KUANTAN: In a recent statement, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah emphasized the importance of being cautious when choosing a location for recreation. While disasters can occur anywhere, Al-Sultan Abdullah urged people to take precautionary measures to minimize the risk of untoward incidents. The King stated, “I hope (everyone) will be more careful… it’s good to obtain all related information before taking the family to a new place.” His Majesty expressed these sentiments during a press conference at the Ubbudiah Mosque in Felda Lepar Hilir 3 on Monday (July 10).
During his visit to the families affected by the water surge tragedy in Jeram Air Putih, Terengganu on July 1, the King participated in a tahlil session led by Pahang Mufti, Datuk Seri Dr Abdul Rahman Osman, and offered prayers with the congregation. Al-Sultan Abdullah expressed his sympathy for the victims and advised the families to remain patient and strong in the face of Allah SWT’s test. He prayed for the departed souls to rest in peace.
Moreover, the King expressed his gratitude to all the relevant parties, including government agencies and departments, for their efforts in the search for victims. So far, nine out of ten victims have been recovered. His Majesty expressed his heartfelt appreciation, saying, “Thank you for going all out with the help which allowed the remains to be brought home for burial. Thank you to the Felda management who helped manage the funerals.”
On July 2, the media reported that ten individuals were missing after being swept away by the water during a picnic at Jeram Air Putih the previous evening. The victims were identified as Karim Abdullah, 39; Azizah Eiyi, 40; Muhammad Zulqarnain Haikal, 11; Putri Nurerina Natasya, 10; Muhammad Haziq Ziqree, 6; Putri Aryana Umaira, 4; Putri Alleya Maisarah, 16; Putri Nor Fatin, 14; Putri Balqis Izzati Abdul Rahman, 18; and Muhammad Fikri Saliman, 24, from Batu Pahat, Johor who was engaged to Putri Balqis Izzati. As of Monday, the body of Putri Nor Fatin has not yet been located. The funeral for the family of eight was conducted on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Muslim Cemetery in Felda Lepar Hilir 3, while Muhammad Fikri was laid to rest at the Muslim Cemetery of Kampung Parit Kuda in Batu Pahat, Johor on Saturday (July 8).- Bernama
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