Penang has decided to cancel the the state-level National Day parade owing to the effects from the influenza A (H1N1) viral flu pandemic which has so far, claimed 71 lives in the country.
Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng said after considering various factors, it was decided that the annual parade and procession, was best cancelled to allay fears over the possible spread of the flu.
Lim urged the public to continue to remain vigilant.
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