Flood Situation Gradually Improving in Seven Affected States
Number of Evacuees at Temporary Relief Centres Drops to 50,765
PETALING JAYA: The flood situation in the seven affected states is gradually improving, with the number of evacuees at temporary relief centres (PPS) dropping to 50,765 as of 7.30am today.
Flood Situation in Kelantan Remains Worst-Hit
In the worst-hit state of Kelantan, the number of flood victims fell to 35,075, with 11,152 people at 88 PPS across four districts, according to Berita Harian.
Districts in Kelantan Still Affected by Floods
According to the social welfare department’s website, the districts still affected by flooding are Pasir Mas with 15,491 victims, Tumpat (19,140), Kota Bharu (403), and Bachok (41).
Flood Situation in Other States
Terengganu
Seven districts remain flooded, with 8,305 victims from 2,117 families at 41 PPS.
Kedah
Five thousand and 976 victims from 1,883 families are being sheltered at 27 PPS across three districts.
Johor
One thousand and 033 flood victims from 296 families are still sheltering at 18 PPS in two districts.
Perak
Two districts remain affected, with 165 people from 58 families at six PPS.
Melaka and Pahang
The flood situation is also improving in Melaka, with only one district still affected and 160 people from 41 families at two PPS. In Pahang, four PPS remain open in three districts, accommodating 51 victims from 12 families.
Conclusion
The flood situation in the seven affected states is gradually improving, with the number of evacuees at temporary relief centres dropping to 50,765. While the situation in Kelantan remains the worst-hit, other states are also showing signs of recovery.
FAQs
* What is the current number of evacuees at temporary relief centres?
+ 50,765
* How many districts in Kelantan are still affected by flooding?
+ 4 (Pasir Mas, Tumpat, Kota Bharu, and Bachok)
* Which states have the most severe flood damage?
+ Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah, and Johor
* How many people are affected in Melaka and Pahang?
+ 160 and 51, respectively