Johor ready for droughts, says state exco man


JOHOR BARU: Johor is prepared to weather any dry spells in the next few years, following a forecast in a government report of nationwide droughts from 2025 to 2026, says its state executive councillor for water issues, Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh.

“At the moment, we have yet to see any indication of droughts in Johor despite the hot and dry weather,” said Mohamad Fazli, who is Johor works, transportation, infrastructure and communication committee chairman.

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