00:01The excitement of final preparations for Hari Raya Idol Fitri
00:05turned into heartbreak for 50 families in Bukit Rambai
00:08after strong winds damaged homes and destroyed the festive decorations on Tuesday.
00:13Klebang Assemblyman Lim Ban Hong said the storm, which struck at 6pm,
00:17affected several areas including Kampung Gedong Lalang,
00:20Seberang Gajah, Taman Bukit Rambai and Rumah Awam Fatimah.
00:24Many homes suffered severe roof damage and some hit by falling trees.
00:28Lim said a few of the residents were preparing festive delicacies when the storm hit,
00:33ruining the food and disrupting celebrations.
00:36Reports were also received of electricity disruptions and rainwater entering homes,
00:41damaging rooms, furniture and appliances.
00:44He added that several agencies were mobilised immediately to assist victims
00:48and carry out clean-up efforts, with aid ongoing to ensure affected families are supported.
00:58The
00:58system was fully authorized.
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