Severe floods triggered by relentless rainfall have displaced more than 122,000 people across Malaysia’s northern states, according to disaster officials. This figure surpasses the 118,000 individuals affected during one of the country’s most catastrophic floods in 2014, and authorities anticipate the number may continue to rise as heavy rains persist.
The current death toll stands at four, with fatalities reported in Kelantan, Terengganu, and Sarawak. Kelantan has been particularly hard-hit, accounting for 63% of those displaced. Close to 35,000 people have been evacuated in Terengganu, with additional displacements reported across seven other states.
In Pasir Puteh, Kelantan, residents are grappling with severe flooding. Streets are inundated with water, forcing many to navigate through hip-deep conditions. Local resident Zamrah Majid, 59, expressed concern as floodwaters approached her home. “My area has been flooded since Wednesday, and the water is just two inches away from coming inside,” she said.
Despite the dangers, Zamrah allowed her grandchildren to play outside while the water remained shallow, but she remains anxious about rising levels. “I haven’t received any assistance yet, whether it’s welfare or other kinds of help,” she added.
Another resident, Muhammad Zulkarnain, 27, described the isolation his family faces due to the floods. “There’s no way in or out for any vehicles to enter my neighborhood,” he said. Fortunately, they have received some supplies from NGOs, including food staples.
Flooding is a recurring issue in Malaysia, especially during the northeast monsoon, which brings heavy rains from November to March. In response to the crisis, thousands of emergency personnel have been deployed, equipped with rescue boats, four-wheel-drive vehicles, and helicopters, as the government continues to address the growing disaster.
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