Flood Situation in West Malaysia Continues to Abate
Number of Evacuees Reduces
The flood situation in West Malaysia continued to abate throughout the day, with the number of evacuees reducing from 48,562 this morning to 34,248 as of 6:30 pm.
States with the Highest Number of Victims
Kelantan remains the state with the highest number of victims, with 25,058 evacuees, followed by Kedah (5,516), Terengganu (2,380), Johor (968), Perak (159), Melaka (152), and Pahang (15).
Weather Forecast Warns of Continuous Rain
The meteorological department has warned of continuous rain from December 8 to 11 in Kelantan, Terengganu, Perlis, Kedah (Kubang Pasu, Kota Setar, Pokok Sena, Padang Terap, Pendang, Sik, and Baling), and Perak (Hulu Perak). The same phenomenon is expected to occur in Pahang (Cameron Highlands, Lipis, Jerantut, Maran, Kuantan, Pekan, and Rompin) and Johor (Mersing and Kota Tinggi) from December 9 to 11.
Conclusion
The flood situation in West Malaysia is slowly returning to normal, with the number of evacuees decreasing. However, the meteorological department’s warning of continuous rain in several states serves as a reminder for residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the current number of evacuees in West Malaysia?
As of 6:30 pm, the number of evacuees is 34,248. - Which state has the highest number of flood victims?
Kelantan has the highest number of flood victims, with 25,058 evacuees. - Which states are expected to experience continuous rain?
Kelantan, Terengganu, Perlis, Kedah, Perak, Pahang, and Johor are expected to experience continuous rain from December 8 to 11.