KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 – The number of flood evacuees in Perak and Selangor has increased to 1,325 people from 373 families as heavy rain continues to affect several areas.
Both states recorded an increase in the number of people seeking shelter at temporary relief centres this morning.
According to the latest disaster management updates, Perak recorded 380 evacuees, while Selangor accounted for another 945.
Perak Records 380 Flood Evacuees
In Perak, the number of flood evacuees increased from 348 people yesterday to 380 this morning.
The affected residents come from 108 families. Authorities are accommodating them at two temporary relief centres in Hilir Perak.
The Teluk Intan Municipal Council (MPTI) Rest House Hall houses the largest group, with 257 evacuees from 73 families.
Meanwhile, another 123 people from 35 families are staying at the MPTI Hall in Langkap.
The State Disaster Management Committee Secretariat provided the latest figures in a statement.
Selangor Records 945 Evacuees
Selangor continues to record the higher number of flood victims.
A total of 945 people from 265 families are staying at five relief centres in Kuala Selangor.
This represents an increase from 848 evacuees from 236 families recorded yesterday.
According to the Social Welfare Department’s InfoBencana portal, Sekolah Kebangsaan Dato’ Maharaja Lela houses the largest number of evacuees.
The centre currently accommodates 411 people.
Other relief centres include:
- SK Parit Mahang – 238 evacuees
- Sekolah Rendah Agama Bukit Kuching – 207 evacuees
- Sekolah Agama Batu 8 Ijok – 77 evacuees
- SK Jaya Setia – 12 evacuees
Flood Situation Remains a Concern
The latest figures show that the number of people seeking temporary shelter has increased in both states.
Selangor accounts for more than two-thirds of the total evacuees, while Perak continues to record rising numbers in Hilir Perak.
Authorities are monitoring the situation as affected families remain at relief centres.
Residents in flood-prone areas should follow official announcements and instructions from local authorities. They should also prioritise their safety if water levels continue to rise.
Source : BERNAMA | Rewritten By Minutesmy
