Zahid: Flood hotspots identified ahead of Northeast Monsoon
BAGAN DATUK: The government and all relevant agencies are fully prepared to face the Northeast Monsoon, which is expected to have a more severe impact than in previous years.
Bagan Datuk: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi declared comprehensive readiness for the anticipated severe impact of the forthcoming Northeast Monsoon, surpassing previous years. This assessment stems from an El Nino episode affecting numerous countries, particularly within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Nadma, in partnership with all law enforcement agencies, has pinpointed specific locations prone to unusually intense rainfall during the monsoon season. The deputy prime minister announced that Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah, and the southern states of Johor, Melaka, and Negri Sembilan were historically vulnerable regions. Zahid, who presides over the National Disaster Management Committee, allocated rescue operations to respective agencies, while the Welfare Department secured ample food supplies and ample evacuation tents, supplemented by non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
Concerning senior high school candidates scheduled for their examinations amidst the monsoon season, Zahid assured the well-being of students and the seamless execution of their assessments remained a governmental priority. This was communicated following a recent cabinet meeting with Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek, where contingency measures for affected students were discussed and implemented.
Affected students would be accommodated at school hostels, enabling them to sit for their examinations. The Examinations Board is likewise prepared for this scenario. The compassionate aid scheme, Bantuan Wang Ihsan (BWI), implemented last year, will continue, providing RM1,000 to each family staying at temporary relief centers.
This measure enables flood victims to utilize the aid immediately upon returning home, facilitating house cleaning and replacement of damaged household items. However, those who fail to relocate, despite being on the list, will not receive the assistance, as it must be used solely within the relief center to avoid mismanagement or misallocation.
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