{
  "id": 7274606,
  "title": "Sixteen drownings in Pahang this year, Bomba urges public to respect warning signs",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/sixteen-drownings-in-pahang-this-year-bomba-urges-public-to-respect",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-14T08:18:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/14/sixteen-drownings-in-pahang-this-year-bomba-urges-public-to-respect-warning-signs/235178"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 14 — This year, 16 drowning deaths have been reported in the state of Pahang, prompting authorities to emphasize the importance of safety when engaging in activities near rivers, waterfalls, and beaches. The Pahang Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has advised the public to follow essential safety measures, such as heeding warning signs and refraining from swimming in dangerous areas. Mohd Salahuddin Isa, the assistant director of operations and rescue for JBPM, highlighted the need for heightened awareness of the \"water surge\" phenomenon, especially in waterfalls, rapids, and rivers. In a statement today, he urged the public to prioritize safety and understand the risks associated with recreational areas. \"Never swim in areas marked with red flags or 'No Swimming' warning signs,\" he stressed. If someone appears to be drowning, the public should not immediately jump into the water unless they have rescue skills. Instead, assistance can be provided by using the 'Reach, Throw, Row, Go' approach: reaching out to the victim with a long object like a stick or pole, throwing a floating object like a lifebuoy, using a boat if available, or calling the emergency line at 999 to dispatch the Water Rescue Team (PPDA) to the location.",
  "summary": "KUANTAN, Sept 14 — A total of 16 drowning deaths have been recorded in Pahang so far this year, and the public is...",
  "key_points": [
    "16 drowning deaths reported in Pahang this year.",
    "JBPM advises public to follow safety measures near water.",
    "No swimming in red flag zones stressed by authorities."
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Sixteen drownings in Pahang this year, Bomba urges public to respect warning signs",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/sixteen-drownings-in-pahang-this-year-bomba-urges-public-to-respect",
        "published": "2026-09-14T08:18:50.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}