GUA MUSANG: Water samples taken from the manganese mine and water catchment areas close to the Kuala Koh Orang Asli settlement are free of contaminants, reveals a study by the Environment Department. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said test results released on June 12 found that the water samples complied with the national drinking water standards for raw water. "This is a new phenomenon to inflict the Orang Asli. She said a former National Service camp here has been converted into a temporary shelter for the Bateq Orang Asli who have recovered from the disease after seeking treatment at hospitals. Related story:Wan Azizah arrives in Gua Musang over pneumonia cases involving Bateq Orang Asli community

Source: The Star June 14, 2019 05:03 UTC