Port dickson: Thirty-three people from eight families were evacuated from Kampung Jimah Lama in Lukut, Port Dickson, after floods struck the village following heavy rain from midnight.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Port Dickson Civil Defence Force officer Capt (PA) Mohamad Ridzuan Mohamed Buniran stated that the evacuees, consisting of 18 adults and 15 children, are currently sheltered at the Kampung Jimah Lama Community Hall, which was opened at 10.40 am today.

"Heavy rain lasted for about five hours from midnight. We expect the number of evacuees at the relief centre to increase. However, the weather is currently clear and the floodwaters may fully recede within a few hours," Ridzuan said.

He also highlighted that the village is prone to flooding due to its location near a river and its low-lying topography. Fortunately, no property damage has been reported. Personnel are actively monitoring the situation on the ground and managing the operations at the community hall.