Floods: 350 evacuees seeking shelter in Hilir Perak


IPOH: About 100 families, totaling 350 people are now seeking shelter at two temporary relief centres in Hilir Perak due to flash floods.

According to the state disaster management committee, the victims are currently staying at the Langkap Teluk Intan Municipal Council Hall and the municipal council's Rest House hall.

Both premises have been opened since Nov 6.

Among the areas affected included Kampung Batu 7 Changkat Jong, Kampung Jawa Ayer Hitam and Ladang Selabak Batu 4.

According to the Meteorological Department, thunderstorms and rainfall are expected tonight in all districts in Perak.

 

 

 

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