Amid severe flooding, a total of 18,735 individuals have been evacuated to 199 relief centers across four states in Malaysia, according to the latest report from the National Disaster Control Centre of the National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma). The state of Kelantan has witnessed the highest evacuation numbers, with 11,216 people from 3,444 families seeking shelter in 72 centers across six districts.
Tragically, one death was reported in Pasir Mas, Kelantan, last Sunday as a result of the flooding. Terengganu is the second most affected state, with 6,724 evacuees from 1,791 families housed in 10 relief centers spanning seven districts. In Pahang, 791 people from 187 families have sought refuge in 16 centers located in Lipis and Raub. Meanwhile, in Selangor, four individuals from a single family have been evacuated to a relief center in Kuala Langat.
The Department of Irrigation and Drainage has reported that multiple rivers in Kelantan, Pahang, and Terengganu have surpassed their danger points, heightening concerns about the ongoing impact of the floods. The situation remains critical, requiring continuous monitoring and response efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of those affected.
