Did responder agencies know their roles before the floods?

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Responder agencies were informed of their roles prior to flood events.

Prior to the recent flood incidents, responder agencies had been assigned their specific duties and were fully aware of their functions. This clarity was established during a central disaster management committee meeting held on September 13, chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. The meeting ensured that all involved parties understood their responsibilities across different scales of disaster management.
Pre-assigned Roles for Disaster Response

The National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) has clarified that responder agencies were not caught unaware regarding their duties during flood events. Director-general Datuk Dr Aminuddin Hassim stated that all relevant agencies had their roles assigned during a central disaster management committee meeting on September 13. This proactive assignment ensures that agencies are prepared and know exactly what actions to take when a disaster strikes.
Three Levels of Disaster Management Framework

A structured framework for disaster management, comprising three distinct levels, was communicated to the responder agencies. These levels are defined by the geographical scope of the disaster: a single locality within a district, an event affecting more than two districts within a state, and finally, a disaster impacting two or three states concurrently. This tiered approach allows for tailored coordination and resource allocation.
State-Level Disaster Mobilisation Protocol

In instances where a disaster escalates to a state level, a specific protocol is activated. The State Secretary assumes the chairmanship of the State Disaster Management Committee. This leadership role involves the direct mobilisation of all relevant agencies to effectively manage and mitigate the crisis within the affected state.

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