Assessing household water insecurity and financial capacity for the cleaned water supply services in coastal fishing communities: a case study in Lok Dangkaan village, Pitas, Sabah

Assis Kamu and Sarimah Surianshah and Siti Aisyah Tumiran and Nur Izzati Ishak and Mohamad Zul Hilmey Makmud (2024) Assessing household water insecurity and financial capacity for the cleaned water supply services in coastal fishing communities: a case study in Lok Dangkaan village, Pitas, Sabah.

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Abstract

Water security is a critical issue in rural coastal communities which has proven to impact their health and socio-economic productivity. Moreover, significant drought seasons may create prominent challenges for the communities. The objectives of this study are twofold: (1) to assess household water insecurity experiences and (2) to explore willingness to pay and ability to pay for better water supply for the Lok Dangkaan Village, Pitas district, a remote area with frequent drought climate in Sabah. A structured questionnaire was utilised in a cross-sectional survey of 45 households to gather information on demographics, socioeconomic status, and water-related concerns. The study found that most households engaged in fishing, have low incomes and limited access to basic amenities. Water quality is poor, though waterborne diseases are rare. Eighty-two percent of the households do not have access to clean water. The average estimated daily water consumption is 183.56 litres, with substantial variability. The high level of water insecurity in Lok Dangkaan Village underscores the urgent need for improved water access and quality.

Item Type:	Proceedings
Keyword:	Household water insecurity, Coastal community, Ability to pay, Willingness to pay, Water treatment plant
Subjects:	Q Science > Q Science (General) > Q1-390 Science (General) T Technology > TD Environmental technology. Sanitary engineering > TD1-1066 Environmental technology. Sanitary engineering > TD201-500 Water supply for domestic and industrial purposes > TD429.5-480.7 Water purification. Water treatment and conditioning. Saline water conversion
Department:	FACULTY > Faculty of Science and Natural Resources
Depositing User:	SITI AZIZAH BINTI IDRIS -
Date Deposited:	19 Mar 2025 14:31
Last Modified:	19 Mar 2025 14:31
URI:	https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/43261

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