Flood Situation in Johor Worsening, Kelantan Improving
The flood situation in Johor is worsening, with the number of victims placed in temporary relief centers (PPS) increasing slightly this morning. In contrast, the disaster situation in Kelantan has improved, and the number of victims in Terengganu has remained the same.
Johor Flood Situation
In Johor, the number of flood victims has increased to 52 people from 14 families as of 8 am this morning, compared to 26 people from seven families reported yesterday. All of these victims are being housed in two PPS in the Kota Tinggi district.
The PPS at Dewan Kampung Baru Sungai Mas is accommodating 13 victims from three families, while Sekolah Kebangsaan Gambut is housing 39 victims from 11 families.
Rivers at Alert Level
Meanwhile, five rivers in Johor are at alert level, namely:
- Sungai Muar in Kampung Awat, Segamat with a reading of 19.31 metres
- Sungai Kahang in Kampung Contoh, Kluang with a reading of 13.93 metres
- Sungai Ulu Sedili Besar in Batu 52 Sedili, Kota Tinggi with a reading of 8.39 metres
- Sungai Tenglu Kecil in Kampung Tenglu Kecil, Mersing with a reading of 1.22 metres
- Sungai Paya Dato’ in Mersing with a reading of 1.35 metres
Three districts were reported to be cloudy this morning, namely Mersing, Batu Pahat, and Kota Tinggi, while other districts were sunny.
Kelantan Flood Situation
In Kelantan, the number of flood victims involving the Tanah Merah sub-district has decreased to 476 people from 135 families this morning, compared to 573 people from 178 families yesterday. All victims are taking shelter in seven PPS.
Terengganu Flood Situation
In Terengganu, the flood situation has not changed, with the number of victims remaining at 44 people from 12 families, as last night. All of them are being housed at the Kampung La Mosque PPS and the Kampung Belaoh Open Hall, Besut.
River Levels
Based on the official website publicinfobanjir.water.gov.my, only the Sungai Nerus in Kampung Bukit in Setiu has exceeded the warning level, while the Sungai Terengganu at the Pulau Bahagia Pump House in Kuala Terengganu has exceeded the alert level.
Conclusion
The flood situation in Johor is worsening, with the number of victims increasing slightly this morning. In contrast, the disaster situation in Kelantan has improved, and the number of victims in Terengganu has remained the same. It is essential for residents in affected areas to remain vigilant and follow instructions from authorities to ensure their safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current number of flood victims in Johor?
A: The number of flood victims in Johor has increased to 52 people from 14 families as of 8 am this morning.
Q: What is the current number of flood victims in Kelantan?
A: The number of flood victims in Kelantan has decreased to 476 people from 135 families this morning.
Q: What is the current number of flood victims in Terengganu?
A: The number of flood victims in Terengganu remains at 44 people from 12 families, as last night.
Q: Which rivers are at alert level in Johor?
A: Five rivers in Johor are at alert level, namely Sungai Muar, Sungai Kahang, Sungai Ulu Sedili Besar, Sungai Tenglu Kecil, and Sungai Paya Dato’.