By DayakDaily Team
MULU, Dec 8: A specialised rescue operation was launched today after a staff member of the Borneo Search and Rescue Mulu (BORSAR Mulu) team stationed at Camp 5, Mulu National Park, experienced breathing difficulties.
According to a report by the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), the incident was reported to the Marudi Fire and Rescue Station (BBP Marudi) at 10.15am, prompting swift action by the Mountain Cave Search and Rescue (MOCSAR) team.
The team prepared essential rescue equipment, including portable oxygen, an automated external defibrillator (AED), and a stretcher, to transport the victim, aged 47, safely to the park headquarters.
“The journey from Camp 5 to the park headquarters is arduous, involving a one-hour boat ride from Mulu to Kuala Litut followed by a 9-kilometer trek on foot, taking an estimated 4–5 hours for those in good health.
“At the same time, the Bomba’s Operations Centre (PGO) has requested a helicopter for airlifting the victim. It is scheduled to fly tomorrow (Dec 9),” the report said.
The MOCSAR team, consisting of six personnel supported by a longboat, is collaborating with four BORSAR members stationed in Mulu.
The victim will be transported to Mulu Health Clinic for further treatment upon evacuation. — DayakDaily
