SEGAMAT: Residents around Sungai Muar in this district have been alerted to brace for any eventualities as the river water is now at danger level.
Johor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Zone 4 chief Rasidi Md Yunos said despite the reportedly sunny weather in some districts, residents should be wary of an unexpected overflow of Sungai Muar.
"Until now, there are still many temporary evacuation centres (PPS) in Segamat that have not been closed because the water level of Sungai Muar is still at danger level, so those in unflooded areas may suddenly find their houses flooded.
"The water of Sungai Muar will be surging downstream (with strong currents) at any time. Now, it goes down from Negeri Sembilan to Segamat and will flow to Bukit Kepong to Kundang Hulu and directly to the kuala (river-mouth," he said when met by reporters after leading a mission to deliver food aid and boat boarding equipment to the residents of Kampung Lubok Lanjut here yesterday.
He said as a result, the area around Kampung Lubok Lanjut would become one of the earliest areas to be inundated because it is close to the upper reaches of Sungai Muar.
"The source of Sungai Muar is upstream in Negeri Sembilan, namely Jempol, Kuala Pilah, Gemas, Tampin and enters Segamat, thus our benchmark for Segamat is the flood in Negeri Sembilan, so even though the weather is sunny in this district, we need to be careful," he said.
So far, a total of 34 victims from seven families in Kampung Lubok Lanjut have lost their electric supply because the main road that connects the three villages, namely the village, Kampung Mensudut Lama and Kampung Batu 10, was flooded.
A survey by Bernama with JBPM in Kampung Lubok Lanjut this afternoon found that the village resembled an island because their higher-elevated homes were not flooded.
Commenting on the mission, Rasidi said his personnel are working with the Social Welfare Department (JKM) and the Ministry of Health to provide food aid and necessities including medicines.
Meanwhile, a resident, Wahida Wahid, 47, who was met at the PPS in Surau An Nur Kampung Lubok Lanjut said she was very grateful for the help provided by the Fire Department.
"I have six children, and suffered a half-body stroke. Going anywhere is difficult. Thank you to the fire brigade for helping a lot, including delivering food and medicine for me and my family," she said.
Segamat continued to record the highest number of flood victims in Johor with 3,340 evacuees from 905 families still housed at 42 PPS as of 4 pm yesterday.
-- BERNAMA
Bernama
Thu Jan 06 2022
Residents around Sungai Muar in the Segamat district have been alerted to brace for any eventualities as the river water is now at danger level. - BERNAMA photo
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on Budget 2025 optimism
The benchmark index, which opened 1.85 points higher at 1,643.29, moved between 1,641.71 and 1,649.31 throughout the trading session.
Five important aspects relating to people’s lives in Budget 2025 - PM
The focus is on driving the MADANI Economy, speeding reforms, cutting red tape, raising wages, and tackling the cost of living.
Economic outlook: Govt plans to leverage, expand existing city transit system
The expansion aims to provide a more efficient and reliable public transportation network, reduce congestion, and improve accessibility.