Flood Situation Update: Johor and Sarawak See Rise in Evacuees, Sabah Remains Unchanged
Flood Situation in Johor
As of 8 am today, the number of flood victims evacuated to relief centers (PPS) in Johor has increased to 13,089 people, with 3,749 families affected. The state’s Disaster Management Committee (JPBN) chairman, Tan Sri Dr. Azmi Rohani, reported that all evacuees are being accommodated at 95 PPS in six districts.
The Johor Bahru district recorded the highest number of victims, with 5,402 people, followed by Kluang (2,458), Pontian (1,782), Kota Tinggi (1,690), Kulai (1,531), and Batu Pahat (226).
Flood Situation in Sarawak
In Sarawak, the number of residents evacuated due to the floods has increased to 969 people this morning, from 435 people yesterday. The State Disaster Management Committee reported that another PPS has been opened in Sibu, bringing the total number of evacuees in the district to 352 people, while 617 people have been evacuated in the Kapit district.
Flood Situation in Sabah
In Sabah, there is no change in the number of flood victims, with 379 people from 124 families still at eight PPS as of 8 am today. The PPS are open in six districts in Sabah, namely Beluran, Sandakan, Paitan, Pitas, Keningau, and Sipitang.
Key Updates
- Three flood measuring stations recorded a dangerous level, namely:
- Sungai Lenik station at Ladang Chaah, Batu Pahat, with a reading of 6.26 meters
- Sungai Kahang in Kampung Contoh, Kluang, with a reading of 15.57 meters
- Sungai Pulai at Kampung Ulu Pulai, Pontian, with a reading of 3.25 meters
- Two roads in Kota Tinggi are submerged under flood water and closed to all vehicles, namely Jalan Lukut Cina (Taman Aman), Jalan Mawai Lama, and Jalan Jabi Bukit Tempurung, in Segamat.
Conclusion
The flood situation in Johor and Sarawak continues to deteriorate, with a significant increase in the number of evacuees. The authorities are working tirelessly to provide assistance to those affected, and we urge everyone to stay vigilant and follow the instructions of the relevant authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many people are affected by the floods in Johor?
A: As of 8 am today, 13,089 people are affected, with 3,749 families.
Q: How many people are affected by the floods in Sarawak?
A: As of 8 am today, 969 people are affected, with 352 people in Sibu and 617 people in Kapit.
Q: How many people are affected by the floods in Sabah?
A: As of 8 am today, 379 people from 124 families are affected, with 8 PPS open in six districts.