KOTA BARU – More than 20 personnel from the General Operations Force 8th Battalion (GOF8) have been evacuated after five border control posts in Pasir Mas were inundated by up to 0.5m of floodwaters.
GOF8 commanding officer Supt Muhammad Shamsuddin told Bernama today that the border posts are Pos Saripah, Salleh Berek, Mek Gombak, Pulau and Wakaf Zink.
He said the affected personnel have been moved to the Kuala Jambu and Jeram Perdah Tactical Company.
“The withdrawal of these officers and men in the area under Op Benteng is to protect the safety of personnel and government assets following a sharp rise in the level of Sg Golok (since yesterday).
“Nevertheless, four-wheel-drive patrols have been launched following the withdrawal of these personnel to ensure the continued presence of GOF there.”
He said patrol and surveillance by GOF personnel will continue despite the flooding. – Bernama, November 28, 2020
