85 medical teams prepared for northeast monsoon flood response
Health ministry also identifies healthcare facilities at risk of flooding ahead of the 2026/2027 northeast monsoon.
The Ministry of Health (MOH) in Malaysia has deployed 85 Emergency Medical Teams, consisting of 387 personnel, to respond to potential flooding during the 2026/2027 North-east Monsoon. These teams include Rapid Assessment and Health Rapid Response Teams, Medical Rapid Response Teams, and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) teams.
The teams will conduct health risk assessments, provide medical services and emergency treatment, surveillance and control of infectious diseases, and offer mental health and psychosocial support to flood victims. The ministry has also made 128 vehicles available to support personnel mobilisation and field operations. The National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) has been in Alert Mode since October 27, monitoring flood situations, healthcare facility preparedness, and coordinating response measures with State Health Departments and relevant agencies.
As of 6am today, floods had been reported in Selangor and Perak, affecting 987 people from 283 families, who were housed at seven active temporary relief centres. The ministry advises the public to use clean and safe drinking water, consume properly cooked food, and maintain personal and environmental hygiene to reduce the risk of flood-related illnesses.
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