Two men lost in the woods found safe

SIBURAN, Oct 19: Two men reportedly lost in the woods of Kampung Toop here were found safe and unharmed last night.

According to the Centre for Operational Movements (PGO) of the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Sarawak, the Bomba and Rescue Hall (BBP) Siburan received a call regarding the incident at 7.07 pm.

"The search and rescue operation (SAR) involved six members with the help of a Hilux type four-wheel drive vehicle and an EMRS engine.

"The operation ended at 8:53 p.m. after both victims were found safe", the statement said.

Victims were then allowed to return to their homes after the situation at the site was confirmed safe and controlled.