KUANTAN: The flood situation in Pahang is steadily improving as the number of evacuees continues to decline, with only 86 individuals from 29 families still seeking shelter at temporary relief centres (PPS) this evening, compared to 194 victims from 58 families recorded earlier in the morning.
Data from the Social Welfare Department’s Infobencana application shows that evacuees are currently sheltered in three districts — Kuantan, Maran and Pekan.
In Kuantan, 21 flood victims from six families remain housed at the Kampung Semangat Community Hall. In Maran, 35 victims from six families are still at the Kampung Baru Pertanian relief centre.
Meanwhile, in Pekan, 30 individuals from 17 families continue to be placed at three PPS, namely Sekolah Menengah Sains Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah, Sekolah Kebangsaan Pulau Manis and Dewan Orang Ramai Air Hitam.
Despite the declining numbers, caution is still required as the Infobanjir portal reported that the Sungai Pahang water level in Paloh Hinai remains above the danger mark as of 3pm, indicating that the risk has not fully subsided.
The floods, triggered by prolonged heavy rainfall last week, had earlier displaced more than 13,000 residents across several districts, forcing many families to leave their homes for safety.
Relief agencies and state authorities continue to provide assistance, food supplies and support while also preparing recovery measures to assist residents returning home to clean and repair their properties.
Residents, especially in low-lying and riverside areas, have been reminded to stay vigilant, prioritise safety and follow evacuation instructions if conditions worsen unexpectedly.
With improving weather and receding waters in most areas, hopes remain high that the situation will normalise soon. However, emergency teams have maintained readiness to respond to any change in conditions as the monsoon season continues.