Kulim: Two temporary relief centres in Kulim, which were opened to house flood victims yesterday, were fully closed at 2 pm today after all evacuees returned home.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Kulim District Civil Defence officer Captain (PA) Amirul Aliff Ahmad stated that the relief centres in Kampung Paya Tok Betok in Sungai Ular and Taman Sang Kancil in Lunas were closed simultaneously. The two centres had provided shelter for 158 victims from 45 families whose homes were affected by flash floods.

Amirul Aliff Ahmad advised residents that while the weather is currently cloudy, they should remain vigilant and follow instructions from authorities to evacuate to a relief centre immediately if flooding occurs. He confirmed that the Civil Defence personnel are on 24-hour standby to monitor the situation and assist affected residents.

Residents in need of emergency assistance are encouraged to contact the Kulim District Operations Control Centre at 04-4903746 or the emergency hotline 999. BERNAMA earlier reported that several houses in Kampung Sungai Limau, Kampung Batu 5, Kampung Batu 6, and Kampung Paya Tok Betok were hit by flash floods following continuous heavy rain since 5 pm on Friday.