(Bandar Seri Begawan, 10th) Brunei Fire and Rescue Department stated that multiple regions nationwide experienced continuous heavy rainfall from January 8th to 9th, resulting in a significant increase in emergency calls.
According to department statistics, a total of 21 emergency reports were received on January 8, 2026, involving 10 landslide incidents and 11 fallen tree accidents.
On January 9, the number of emergency reports further rose to 55, including 28 landslide incidents, 20 fallen tree accidents, and 7 cases requiring water removal due to flooding.
The Fire and Rescue Department said that all reports were responded to promptly by personnel dispatched from nearby fire stations, and handling operations were carried out in coordination with relevant government agencies to ensure public safety and minimize potential risks in affected areas.
The department also continues to closely monitor areas identified as high-risk to prevent further incidents. In view of the current unstable weather conditions, the authorities urge the public to remain highly vigilant during periods of heavy rain, avoid slopes, hillsides, and large trees, and ensure that drainage systems around their homes are well maintained.
Members of the public who discover any potentially dangerous situations should immediately call the emergency hotline 995 to make a report.