Flood Evacuees in Sabah and Sarawak Continue to Decrease
Sabah
The number of flood evacuees in Sabah has shown a downward trend, with 1,047 people from 325 families currently seeking shelter in relief centres (PPS), compared to 1,197 people from 373 families earlier this evening.
District-wise Breakdown
A total of 685 people are being sheltered in three PPS in Beaufort, 260 in two PPS in the Kinabatangan district, and 102 in a PPS in the Membakut district.
Affected Villages
The State Disaster Management Committee Secretariat reported that 18 villages were affected by the floods, with 13 in Membakut, three in Beaufort, and two in Kinabatangan.
Sarawak
In Sarawak, the number of evacuees seeking shelter in nine PPS in the state dropped to 992, down from 1,286 people this afternoon.
District-wise Breakdown
According to the Sarawak Disaster Management Secretariat, Mukah recorded the highest number of evacuees with 438 people, followed by Miri (277), Bintulu (274), and Sibu (three).
Overall Situation
The number of flood evacuees in both Sabah and Sarawak has been steadily decreasing, indicating a positive trend in the situation. The authorities are working hard to provide assistance to those affected and to mitigate the impact of the floods.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the number of flood evacuees in Sabah and Sarawak has shown a downward trend, with 2,039 people currently seeking shelter in relief centres. While the situation is still being closely monitored, the decrease in evacuees is a positive sign that the floodwaters are receding and the affected communities are beginning to return to normalcy.
FAQs
Q: How many flood evacuees are currently seeking shelter in Sabah?
A: 1,047 people from 325 families are currently seeking shelter in Sabah.
Q: How many flood evacuees are currently seeking shelter in Sarawak?
A: 992 people are currently seeking shelter in Sarawak.
Q: Which districts in Sabah are most affected by the floods?
A: The Membakut, Beaufort, and Kinabatangan districts are the most affected by the floods in Sabah.
Q: Which district in Sarawak has the highest number of flood evacuees?
A: Mukah district has the highest number of flood evacuees in Sarawak, with 438 people seeking shelter.