This gallery serves as a photo-based documentation of the current physical state of utility poles, cables, and surrounding vegetation in Bau District — including both town and kampung areas. The purpose is to support coordination with service providers and relevant authorities for necessary maintenance and safety improvements. These photos were taken in July 2025. Utility bodies concerned are SACOFA, SARAWAK ENERGY AND TELECOM MALAYSIA BHD (TM Technology Services Sdn Bhd).
Special Note: These images are just the friction of reality.
A. Image group – Kampung-kampung in Singai , Compiled my Cr MaryD
B. Image group – Kawasan Krokong / Tringgus / Seropak, Compiled by Cr. DorDaling
C. Image group – Kawasan Siniawan, Paku, Keranji, compiled by Cr. SC Bong
D. Image group – Jalan Sebuku-Bau, compiled by Cr. Bat
E. Image group – Jalan Bau-Buso / Kampung Buso, Compiled by Cr. Bat
F. Image group – Jalan Bau->Lake School, Taiton, Boring, Jonjang, Bogag, compiled by Cr. Bat
G. Image group – Jalan Fairy Cave, compiled by Cr. CF Bong
Why These Conditions Matter to Everyone
This gallery is not just about showing overgrown cables or slanting poles. These conditions have real-world impacts on safety, services, tourism, and public confidence.
- Overgrown Vegetation
Puts extra weight on cables and poles, making them collapse faster
Creates fire hazards and blocks emergency access
Makes Bau look neglected — especially on main roads - Slanting / Unstable Poles
Risk of falling on people, vehicles, or houses
Can easily topple during storms, cutting off power or internet
Undermines the sense of safety in residential and tourist zones - Low-Hanging or Tangled Cables
Dangerous for motorcyclists, tall vehicles, and pedestrians
Can spark, cause electrocution, or lead to longer outages during breakdowns - Tourism Route Impact
These poles are seen by tourists going to Tasik Biru Resort City, Serikin, Wind & Fairy Caves, Paku Hot Spring, and Bau Rock Maze
First impressions matter — messy infrastructure damages our image
Poor roadside views = fewer repeat visits = less income for local businesses - Jungle-Encroached Poles
Hard to find or repair during outages
Tall trees near poles increase the chance of full collapse
Roots and creepers destroy foundation integrity
💡 Who Should Be Concerned?
Utility Providers (SEB, SACOFA, TM) – to act before a crisis hits
Local Council & District Office – to uphold safety and image
Tourism Stakeholders – to ensure our roads reflect our goals
Residents – because we all deserve safe, working infrastructure