Flood Situation in Johor and Perak: Updates and Alerts
Rising Floodwaters in Kota Tinggi
The rising floodwaters in Kota Tinggi have seen some roads closed to all traffic. (Bernama pic)
Flood Victims in Johor Continue to Rise
As of 4pm today, the number of flood victims in Johor has increased to 3,779, up from 3,449 this morning. State disaster management committee (JPBN) chairman Azmi Rohani confirmed that these victims, from 1,080 families, are being sheltered at 36 relief centres across five districts.
District-wise Breakdown
Kota Tinggi district is the hardest hit, with 1,174 victims relocated to relief centres, followed by Johor Bahru (768), Kulai (735), Pontian (556), and Kluang (546). Only the Sungai Kahang station in Kampung Contoh, Kluang, has surpassed the danger level, with a reading of 15.70m.
Road Closures
Jalan Mawai Lama (Rumah Burung) in Kota Tinggi is completely closed to all traffic due to rising floodwaters, while one lane of Jalan Tanjung Sedili in the same district remains open.
Flood Situation in Perak
In Perak, the district disaster management committee secretariat reported a small increase in the number of flood victims in Manjung, with 31 people now affected, up from 30 people this morning. These victims have been taking shelter at the Sekolah Agama Rakyat Padang Serai relief centre in Beruas since Thursday.
Residents Affected
They are all residents of Kampung Padang Serai, Kampung Kasi, and Kampung Pengkalan Damar.
Water Level Alert
The Perak department of irrigation and drainage said that the water level at Sungai Rui in Hulu Perak is currently at an alert level of 165.43m, slightly above the normal level of 165.10m.
Rain Forecast
The meteorological department (MetMalaysia) has forecast rain for all 12 districts in Perak this evening.
Conclusion
The flood situation in Johor and Perak remains a concern, with rising floodwaters and road closures affecting many residents. It is essential for those in affected areas to stay informed and follow instructions from authorities to ensure their safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many flood victims are there in Johor?
A: As of 4pm today, there are 3,779 flood victims in Johor.
Q: Which district is the hardest hit in Johor?
A: Kota Tinggi district is the hardest hit, with 1,174 victims relocated to relief centres.
Q: Are there any road closures in Perak?
A: No, there are no road closures reported in Perak. However, the water level at Sungai Rui in Hulu Perak is at an alert level.