Flood Situation in Malaysia: Updates and Relief Efforts
Nationwide Situation
As of 8 pm tonight, the number of flood victims housed in relief centers has risen to 146,611, with Kelantan continuing to record the highest number of evacuees. Meanwhile, flood situations in three states—Perlis, Negeri Sembilan, and Selangor—have shown a decline in the number of victims.
Kelantan
In Kelantan, the number of evacuees in 285 centers has reached 93,158 from 28,830 families, compared to 91,279 earlier today. Pasir Mas remains the district with the highest number of victims at 27,829, followed by Tumpat (16,390), Kota Bharu (13,754), Pasir Puteh (9,466), and Kuala Krai (6,951). Other affected areas include Bachok with 6,634 victims; Machang (6,075); Tanah Merah (5,334); Jeli (737); and Gua Musang (27). The infobanjir.water.gov.my portal recorded seven major rivers exceeding danger levels, although their water levels are decreasing.
Terengganu
In Terengganu, the number of evacuees continues to rise, reaching 41,409 tonight compared to 39,954 earlier. Besut remains the worst-affected district, with 15,984 victims from 4,260 families placed in 121 relief centers. Evacuees in Hulu Terengganu total 6,652 in 62 centers; Setiu (6,470 in 50 centers); Dungun (5,776 in 41 centers); Kuala Terengganu (2,243 in eight centers); Kemaman (2,277 in 14 centers); Kuala Nerus (1,214 in seven centers); and Marang (793 in eight centers).
Kedah
In Kedah, the state’s Malaysian Civil Defence Force (MCDF) deputy director Major (PA) Muhammad Suhaimi Mohd Zain reported that the number of flood victims had risen to 8,580 from 2,622 families, up from 8,252 from 2,514 families earlier today. Victims are sheltered in 52 relief centers, with Kubang Pasu housing 2,693 evacuees in 16 centers; Kota Setar (2,820 in 12 centers); Padang Terap (1,186 in nine centers); Sik (1,087 in eight centers); Pokok Sena (594 in four centers); Kuala Muda (182 in two centers); and Baling (18 in one center).
Johor
In Johor, flood victims increased to 507 at 8 pm tonight compared to 449 earlier, with Tangkak recording the highest number at 311, housed in three relief centers, namely SK Bukit Rahmat, Sekolah Agama Bandar, and SK Abdullah. State Disaster Management Committee chairman Tan Sri Dr Azmi Rohani said another affected district is Segamat, with 196 victims in nine relief centers. Three rivers, namely Sungai Tangkak at Kampung Seri Ma’mor, Tangkak; Sungai Lenik at Ladang Cha’ah, Batu Pahat; and Sungai Kahang at Kampung Contoh, Kluang, are reported to be at danger levels.
Melaka
In Melaka, the State Disaster Management Committee Secretariat reported that the number of flood victims had increased to 293 from 98 families as of 8 pm, compared to 198 from 54 families at 4 pm. All affected victims are from 32 locations, namely in Melaka Tengah (111 victims placed at SK Krubong); Alor Gajah (36 victims at Japerun Durian Tunggal and SK Ayer Jernih); and Jasin (146 victims at SK Parit Penghulu and SK Seri Mendapat).
Perlis, Negeri Sembilan, and Selangor
In Perlis, the number of evacuees had decreased to 224 from 60 families tonight compared to 243 from 65 families earlier. Currently, 83 victims remain at SK Arau in Arau, while 141 are at Dewan Warisan, Kangar. In Negeri Sembilan, the JKM Bencana Info portal reported a decrease in flood victims at 13 relief centers across three districts—Tampin, Jempol, and Kuala Pilah—to 1,985 from 569 families, down from 2,007 from 573 families earlier. In Selangor, flood conditions in Meru, Klang, have shown improvement, with victims decreasing to 229 from 57 families, compared to 302 earlier. Only one relief center at SK Sungai Binjai remains operational.
Conclusion
The flood situation in Malaysia remains critical, with thousands of people displaced and many more affected. Authorities are working tirelessly to provide relief and support to those affected. As the situation continues to evolve, it is essential to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure safety.
FAQs
Q: What is the current number of flood victims in Malaysia?
A: As of 8 pm tonight, the number of flood victims is 146,611.
Q: Which state is most affected by the floods?
A: Kelantan is the most affected state, with 93,158 evacuees from 28,830 families.
Q: What is the situation in Perlis, Negeri Sembilan, and Selangor?
A: In Perlis, the number of evacuees has decreased to 224 from 60 families. In Negeri Sembilan, the number of flood victims has decreased to 1,985 from 569 families. In Selangor, flood conditions in Meru, Klang, have shown improvement, with victims decreasing to 229 from 57 families.
Q: What is the current situation in Terengganu?
A: In Terengganu, the number of evacuees continues to rise, reaching 41,409 tonight compared to 39,954 earlier. Besut remains the worst-affected district, with 15,984 victims from 4,260 families placed in 121 relief centers.