Flood Situation in Malaysia: 433 Evacuees Housed at Temporary Relief Centres
Current Situation
As of 8am today, a total of 433 flood evacuees are still housed at nine temporary relief centres (PPS) across four affected states.
Terengganu
The situation in Terengganu is improving, with the number of evacuees in the Kemaman district decreasing from 91 yesterday to 80 this morning. All of them are currently sheltering at the PPS in Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Kampung Baru, Kertih, and Balai Raya Padang Kemunting.
Perak
In Perak, the number of evacuees remains unchanged at 220. They are accommodated at two PPS in the Perak Tengah and Manjung districts. According to the statement, 34 individuals are sheltered at SK Teluk Kepayang in Perak Tengah, while 186 are housed at SK Beruas in Manjung.
Johor
In Segamat, Johor, the number of flood evacuees remains unchanged at 85, with all of them housed at Balai Raya Kampung Batu Badak and Dewan Komuniti Kampung Tasek.
Pahang
In Pahang, the number of evacuees has risen to 48 this morning, compared to 32 last night, all currently accommodated at four PPS. Based on the Social Welfare Department InfoBencana app, 47 evacuees are housed at three PPS in Bera, while one individual is at a PPS in Temerloh.
Road Closures
The Perak Public Works Department announced that the A18 Bota Kiri-Teluk Sena road in Perak Tengah and the A175 Selat-Pulau Pebayan road are closed to all vehicles due to flooding.
Weather Forecast
JPBN chairman Tan Sri Dr. Azmi Rohani stated that Sungai Muar at Kampung Awat and Buloh Kasap in Segamat, and Sungai Paya Dato’ in Mersing are currently at warning levels. "The districts of Muar, Mersing, Pontian, Batu Pahat, Kota Tinggi, and Kulai are reported to be cloudy, while Johor Bahru, Segamat, Kluang, and Tangkak are experiencing clear weather," he said in a statement.
Conclusion
The flood situation in Malaysia is still ongoing, with 433 evacuees housed at temporary relief centres across four affected states. The situation in Terengganu is improving, while the numbers in Perak, Johor, and Pahang remain unchanged. Road closures have been announced in Perak, and flood warnings have been issued for several areas.
FAQs
Q: How many flood evacuees are currently housed at temporary relief centres?
A: 433
Q: Which states are affected by the floods?
A: Terengganu, Perak, Johor, and Pahang
Q: How many PPS are currently housing evacuees?
A: 9
Q: Are there any road closures due to flooding?
A: Yes, the A18 Bota Kiri-Teluk Sena road in Perak Tengah and the A175 Selat-Pulau Pebayan road are closed to all vehicles.