The Fire and Rescue Department has recorded 114 drowning deaths so far this year.
It told Sinar Harian that over half of these deaths involved children and teens.
Most of the deaths happened at rivers and irrigation canals, followed by beaches, then lakes, and waterfalls.
The department adds that the increase in drowning deaths is worrying, especially during the long holiday period.
As such, it's reminding the public to closely monitor family members during outings to prevent any similar incidents.
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The Education Ministry has recorded over 476 thousand applications for the 2027 Year One school intake as of June.
Of this figure...more than 73 thousand applications were early entry registrations for those who want their children to start schooling a year earlier, at age 6.
Meanwhile, the Ministry assured that ongoing construction to build additional classrooms at selected schools is proceeding on schedule.
This, as part of efforts to address overcrowding.
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PLUS is urging motorists to plan their journeys, with heavy traffic into the Klang Valley expected after the extended festive holidays.
The highway operator says the peak period is expected to begin tomorrow…and should continue until Sunday.
Those who’ll be travelling during this time are encouraged to make use of the operator’s travel time advisory.
You should also ensure you have sufficient balance in your Touch n Go cards, to avoid disruptions at toll plazas.
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The Attorney-General's Chambers has directed police to classify investigations into the recent crash in Kluang, Johor as murder and causing death by reckless driving.
It adds that the final determination on the appropriate charges will only be made after it has thoroughly reviewed the findings of the investigation.
Earlier, the Transport Ministry urged cops to expedite their probe into the incident...which claimed five lives including a family of four.
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In a related development, the remand of a teenager arrested over the fatal crash has been extended until tomorrow.
Police add that the investigation papers into the incident will be referred to the state prosecution office today.
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