SMC team replaces missing manhole covers after boy’s death in Sibu

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Following the tragic drowning of a two-year-old boy in an open storm drain in Sibu, the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) Serve Team has replaced missing manhole covers and installed warning lines. SMC chairman Clarence Ting confirmed the incident and expressed his deep regret. He highlighted the recurring issue of missing or removed drain covers, often due to individuals fishing, and emphasized the need for increased safety measures to prevent future tragedies. While the drain falls under the Drainage and Irrigation Department's jurisdiction, SMC has consistently responded to reports of missing covers.