Seventeen villages in three districts have been identified as being at high risk of flooding following a continuous rain alert issued by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) from today until November 21.
State Drainage and Irrigation Department (JPS) director Osman Abdullah said the potential flood-affected areas in Kuala Terengganu include Kampung Lubuk Periuk, Kampung Peneh, Kampung Kuala Ping, Kampung Kepah, Kampung Nibong, and Kampung Kemat.
In Besut, the at-risk locations are Kampung Keruak, Kampung Belaoh, Kampung La, Kampung Batu 13, Kampung Bekok and Kampung Bukit Payong.
Meanwhile, in Setiu, flood-prone areas include Kampung Hulu Seladang, Kampung Besut, Kampung Padang, Kampung Lubuk Panjang and Kampung Gong Terap.
Osman said JPS has activated flood preparedness measures, which include monitoring river levels, coordinating with relevant agencies, and preparing for the possible activation of flood operations centres.
He advised residents in the listed villages to stay alert, monitor official advisories, and take necessary precautionary steps.
