Flood victims up to 3,835 in Johor as heavy rain persists
Fire and rescue personnel assist flood victims in Kampung Maju Jaya, Johor Baru October 22, 2019. — Bernama pic
State Government, Urban Well-being and Environment Committee chairman Tan Chen Choon said the number of victims had steadily increased compared to 2,853 people from 770 families recorded last night. However, a temporary evacuation centre Kampung Melayu Batu Empat Paloh community hall in Kluang, was closed at 9pm.
“The Mersing district recorded the highest number of evacuees at 1,262 from 352 families followed by Kota Tinggi with 1,071 people from 267 families,” he said in a statement here today.
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