Nearly 900 evacuated in Johor as heavy rain causes floods

 

More rain is expected in 10 districts in Johor this morning. (Facebook pic)

JOHOR BAHRU: 

A heavy downpour for several hours yesterday caused flooding in Johor, leading to the opening of 10 temporary relief centres in three districts.

State disaster management committee chairman Azmi Rohani said 893 people from 257 families had been evacuated to the shelters as of 8am today.

“Johor Bahru recorded the highest number of evacuees with 567 people, followed by Kulai (269) and Pontian (57),” he said in a statement.

Azmi also said that rain is expected in 10 districts in Johor this morning. - FMT