KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has consented to the federal government using two of his high-powered boats as part of flood rescue operations.
The royal approval comes amid unpredictable weather and as a precautionary measure for security agencies to conduct rescue missions should a second wave of flooding occur.
Both boats are currently stationed at the Istana Negara and are expected to enhance operational efficiency and accelerate the delivery of emergency aid, Sultan Ibrahim said in a social media post.
Reflecting on previous efforts, in March 2023, three of the King's boats were deployed to assist in flood rescue operations in Johor, helping to evacuate and support victims.
At the time, the assets were also used to deliver food supplies to Orang Asli settlements in Kluang that had been cut off.
The Northeast Monsoon, which runs from November to March, brings heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas to Malaysia's east coast, including Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, and parts of Johor.
Persistent rainfall during this period often triggers flooding and landslides, disrupting transport and local communities.
As in previous years, thousands of people are affected by the floods, with many forced to evacuate to temporary relief centres where the government provides warm meals and basic necessities.
While the monsoon is a seasonal event, climate change has made extreme weather and floods more intense and unpredictable in recent years. - NST
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