A Bomba helicopter left Miri for the Long Lellang crash site at 11.06am on Wednesday after heavy rain delayed the operation. The flight to Long Lellang STOLport is expected to take about an hour. A police team that travelled by road overnight had reached the village by 11am and was expected to continue towards the site. The deployment follows Tuesday afternoon’s crash involving a Flying Doctor Service helicopter in Ulu Baram. DayakDaily reported earlier that 21 personnel from Bomba, police, Layang-Layang Aerospace and Malaysia Airports were being prepared in stages, with a forensic team due to follow the operations group. The condition and identities of those on board were still being confirmed in the latest reports, apart from one medical officer whose identity had been confirmed to her family. Sarawak police are expected to provide a further update at a press conference in Miri at 4pm.

[image: 1786766703446-darul-hana-rescue.jpg] Source: The Borneo Post Update: Woman rescued after falling from Darul Hana Bridge This is a follow-up to the earlier report about the Darul Hana Bridge rescue: https://kuchinghub.com/topic/846 A woman was rescued by members of the public after falling from Darul Hana Bridge at Kuching Waterfront on Friday evening (Aug 14). Kuching district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed that she was admitted to Sarawak General Hospital’s Emergency and Trauma Unit, Yellow Zone, for further treatment. Initial investigations found that the incident was related to a personal issue, but the root cause is still being investigated. Police have urged the public not to spread speculation or unverified claims. Location: Darul Hana Bridge, Kuching Waterfront Update: Police are still investigating the incident. Support: Befrienders Kuching: 082-242800 (6.30pm–9.30pm daily) Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/08/15/woman-rescued-by-heroic-members-of-the-public-after-falling-from-darul-hana-bridge/ What do you think?

A girl was safely rescued after reportedly falling from Darul Hana Bridge at Kuching Waterfront on Aug 14. Videos circulating online showed a crowd gathering near the pedestrian bridge. The girl was later seen in the Sarawak River, where a boatman manoeuvred his vessel towards her and brought her to safety. Members of the public were also seen entering the river during the rescue. DayakDaily reported that the girl was understood to be safe. Police had not issued an official statement at the time of reporting, and the circumstances behind the fall had not been confirmed. [image: 1786755941261-darul-hana-rescue.png] Source: DayakDaily Location: Darul Hana Bridge, Kuching Waterfront Details: Rescue confirmed by the source; the cause of the incident remains unconfirmed. Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

A Chinese national jumped into the Sarawak River near Jalan Petanak in the early hours to rescue a woman who had fallen in, with both eventually pulled to safety by firefighters. Bomba Padungan received the emergency call at 3.04am on Aug 4 and dispatched a team to the scene near an apartment along Jalan Petanak. Upon arrival, firefighters found three individuals clinging to the riverbank. Initial reports indicated that an adult Chinese woman had fallen into the river, and an adult Chinese man entered the water to try to save her. An apartment employee also jumped in to assist and prevent the pair from being swept away by the current. Firefighters used a lifebuoy and rescue ropes to bring both victims to safety. The man and woman were escorted back to their apartment by security personnel and handed over to police. Both individuals declined medical treatment and refused transport to hospital. No injuries were reported. Location: Jalan Petanak, Kuching Details: 3.04am rescue — Bomba Padungan used lifebuoy and ropes Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

Three people were pulled safely from the Sarawak River near Jalan Petanak early this morning. [image: 1785816275422-sarawak-river-rescue.jpg] Source: DayakDaily / Bomba rescue photo A Chinese woman reportedly fell into the river near an apartment along Jalan Petanak, Kuching, before a Chinese man went in to help her. An apartment employee also entered the water to stop both of them from being swept away. Bomba Padungan received the call at 3.04am on Tuesday, Aug 4, and found three people holding on at the riverbank. What happened Firefighters used a lifebuoy and rescue ropes to bring them up safely. The rescue was under control at 3.45am and wrapped up at 4.18am. No injuries were reported. The two Chinese nationals declined medical treatment and were later escorted back to their apartment before the matter was handed to police for further action. Location: Sarawak River near Jalan Petanak, Kuching Details: 3 people rescued, no injuries reported Source: https://dayakdaily.com/chinese-man-jumps-into-sarawak-river-to-save-woman-both-rescued/ What do you think?

You do not come to Matang for a polished zoo day. You come because it feels raw: wet forest air, quiet paths, rescued animals, and that small reminder that wildlife trade is not some faraway story. [image: 1785031731277-matang_01_sign.jpg] Source: 360Tour.Asia [image: 1785031731365-matang_02_porcupine.jpg] Source: 360Tour.Asia [image: 1785031731436-matang_03_hornbill.jpg] Source: 360Tour.Asia [image: 1785031731514-matang_04_orangutan_area.jpg] Source: 360Tour.Asia What people usually like here is the setting. Sarawak Forestry describes Matang as 180 hectares of lowland forest on the western side of Kubah National Park, built for rehabilitation rather than entertainment. That matches the feeling on the ground: you walk between rainforest, enclosures and quiet corners, not neon signboards and souvenir noise. 360Tour.Asia notes the practical side clearly: around 34 km from Kuching, roughly 45 minutes by car, open daily 8.00am to 5.00pm, and the old listed Malaysian adult fee was RM10. Treat the fee as a guide only and check before going because park rates can change. A Couple Calling had a pretty honest take: Matang is meaningful, but not always cute. They liked that the centre focuses on rescued animals and conservation, while also saying some enclosures can feel upsetting because many animals came from illegal captivity and may never be fully released. I think that is the right expectation to set before you go. Tripadvisor-style reviews are mixed too. Some visitors enjoy the jungle trail and quiet, less-commercial vibe; others say Semenggoh is better if your only goal is a nicer orangutan viewing experience. So do not compare it like-for-like. Semenggoh is the easier crowd-pleaser; Matang is more of a rescue-centre reality check. Malaysian Wildlife / Orangutan Project also frames Matang as a rescue and sanctuary site for protected Sarawak wildlife, including orangutans, small primates, big cats and sun bears, many linked to illegal pet trade cases. That part makes the visit feel heavier, but also more worthwhile if you care about what happens after animals are confiscated. Useful notes: Location: Matang Wildlife Centre, Kampung Rayu / Kubah National Park side, about 40-45 minutes from Kuching Transport: drive, Grab, taxi or arranged tour; do not count on direct public bus service Time needed: 1.5 to 3 hours, longer if combining with Kubah trails Bring: water, mosquito repellent, proper shoes, rain cover Be respectful: keep noise down, do not tease animals, no flash, follow ranger signs Worth going? Yes, if you want a quieter Kuching nature stop with a conservation angle. If you only want guaranteed cute photos, maybe manage expectations first. Have you been to Matang recently? Share whether the place feels improved or still rough around the edges.

Firefighters rescued two people in separate crashes on Tuesday night, including an unconscious teenage driver in Kota Samarahan. [image: 1784693155237-samarahan-daro-crash-rescue.jpg] The first crash happened around 7.35pm at Kampung Itol in Daro, involving a motorcycle and a car. Firefighters found the injured motorcyclist trapped beneath the car. They used an air lifting bag to raise the vehicle before freeing him and handing him to paramedics. Second crash in Kota Samarahan About 25 minutes later, firefighters were called to UNI Garden Phase 7B along Jalan Datuk Mohd Musa in Kota Samarahan. A female teenager was found unconscious inside a Perodua Viva. Rescuers removed her using a stretcher before EMRS personnel gave initial treatment. She later regained consciousness and was reported to have only minor injuries before being sent to hospital. Location: Kampung Itol, Daro; UNI Garden Phase 7B, Kota Samarahan Details: One motorcyclist trapped under a car; one teenage driver found unconscious, later regained consciousness Source: Original report Image source: Sarawak Tribune What do you think?