KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 — The number of flood evacuees in Pahang and Terengganu continues to record a downward trend as floodwaters slowly recede and more temporary relief centres (PPS) are closed in phases.
As of this evening, a total of 3,146 people remain sheltered across PPS in both states. Weather improvements contributed significantly to allowing more affected residents to safely return home.
In Pahang, Rompin shows the most encouraging development with the number of evacuees decreasing sharply to 2,575 from 859 families at 33 PPS, compared to nearly 5,000 victims earlier. However, Kuantan maintains the highest number of evacuees statewide with almost 2,000 still relocated.
Other districts such as Pekan, Bera, Temerloh, Maran and Jerantut also continue to show gradual improvement, although PPS remain open to ensure safety preparedness.
In Terengganu, only Kemaman remains affected, with 571 evacuees currently sheltering at SK Bukit Mentok after two other PPS ceased operations earlier today. Officials confirmed that centres were closed only after thorough safety evaluations were carried out.
Authorities continue to conduct monitoring, while health and safety advisories remain in place to prevent post-flood risks.