Flood Situation Improves in Johor, Remains Unchanged in Perak and Pahang
The flood situation in Johor is gradually improving, with a decrease in the number of evacuees at temporary relief centers. As of 4 pm, the number of evacuees in Johor has decreased to 1,860, down from 2,498 earlier this morning. The State Disaster Management Committee (JPBN) chairman, Tan Sri Dr. Azmi Rohani, reported that all evacuees from 537 families are being housed in 17 relief centers across the four affected districts.
Flood Situation in Johor
The flood situation in Johor is improving, with 13 relief centers having been closed as the flood situation in those areas has fully recovered, allowing the affected individuals to return home. Kota Tinggi continues to record the highest number of evacuees, with 1,016 people, followed by Kluang (410), Pontian (381), and Johor Bahru with 53 evacuees. According to Azmi, only Sungai Kahang in Kampung Contoh, Kluang, was reported to have exceeded the danger level, with a reading of 14.54 meters (m), although the water level is on a downward trend.
Rain and Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for Johor Bahru, Pontian, Kluang, and Kulai districts is expected to experience rain, while Segamat and Batu Pahat will be cloudy. In contrast, Muar, Mersing, Kota Tinggi, and Tangkak are expected to experience clear weather this evening. Jalan Mawai Lama (Rumah Burung) in Kota Tinggi remains impassable by all types of vehicles due to floodwaters, with no alternative route available.
Flood Situation in Pahang and Perak
In Pahang, the Social Welfare Department’s (JKM) Infobencana portal reported an increase in evacuees in Rompin this afternoon, with 186 people from 43 families, compared with 184 people from 42 families reported earlier in the morning. All evacuees are being accommodated at the Kampung Jawa Public Hall in Rompin, and they are residents from Kampung Pantai 3 and 4, as well as Kampung Jawa.
In Perak, the JPBN Secretariat reported that the number of evacuees in Manjung remained unchanged at 31 people from nine families as of this afternoon. The evacuees have been sheltered at the Sekolah Agama Rakyat Padang Serai in Beruas since January 9. They are residents of Kampung Padang Serai, Kampung Kasi, and Kampung Pengkalan Damar.
Water Levels
The state Department of Irrigation and Drainage also reported that the water level of Sungai Rui in Hulu Perak has reached the alert level, with a reading of 165.44m, compared to the normal level of 165.10m. Additionally, the water level at Sungai Perak in Pasang Api, Bagan Datuk, is at 1.99m, above the normal level of 1m.
Conclusion
The flood situation in Johor is gradually improving, with a decrease in the number of evacuees at temporary relief centers. While Pahang reported a slight increase in the number of people seeking shelter, Perak remained unchanged. The authorities are working to ensure the safety and well-being of those affected by the floods.
FAQs
- How many evacuees are in Johor?
As of 4 pm, there are 1,860 evacuees in Johor. - How many relief centers have been closed in Johor?
Thirteen relief centers have been closed as the flood situation in those areas has fully recovered. - What is the weather forecast for Johor?
Johor Bahru, Pontian, Kluang, and Kulai districts are expected to experience rain, while Segamat and Batu Pahat will be cloudy. In contrast, Muar, Mersing, Kota Tinggi, and Tangkak are expected to experience clear weather this evening.