Monday, November 16, 2009

Floods in Perak

Floods in Perak got worsen on Sunday, 450 victims were shelter at 3 different relief centers, namely SK Changkat Lobak, SK Alor Pongsu and SK Bagan Serai.

After obtained the addresses and map for all 3 relief centers, 4 of us travelled to Bagan Serai today. We make the 1st stop at SK Changkat Lobak at around 3.45pm and found out that there were 59 victims shelter at this school, which include of 13 families. The Kebajikan had provided them with sufficient foods and necessities. However, aids are always welcome the Penghulu said.



God blesses us so much that we reached here at the right time to be able to meet the Penghulu and some governments officials (polis officers, JKKM etc) were about to have their briefing and we were invited as well. After the briefing, they lead us the short cut way to our second spot at SK Alor Pongsu. We may not be able to make our way to this school without them showing us how to go because of road closure at affected areas, that's why we have to use the short cut way. Thank you, God!

At SK Alor Pongsu, it shelter for 373 flood victims include of 101 families. Here, we found out that most of the victims were from Matang Pasir (359 victims) in total. While the rest were from Parit Simpang 4 and Parit Simpang 5. So, Kebajikan had provided them with sufficient foods and water supplies. But, we were told that they do not have sufficient blankets, diapers for kids and toilets. Volunteers, you are always welcome to provide them with more blankets.

As the weather changed and started to rain again, we make a move back around 5.30pm without heading to our 3rd destination. Hope that no rain tonight at Bagan Serai or else more people and areas will be affected.

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