Kota kinabalu: The number of flood evacuees in Sabah has risen significantly to 6,910 individuals from 2,282 families as of 4 pm today, marking an increase from the 6,732 evacuees reported earlier. This situation has resulted in many families seeking refuge in temporary relief centers across the affected regions.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the Sabah Disaster Management Committee (JPBN) Secretariat released a statement indicating a notable rise in the number of evacuees in the Tenom district. The district saw an increase to 5,246 people from 1,741 families, up from 4,500 individuals from 1,507 families recorded earlier in the day. This rise underscores the growing impact of the flood situation in the area.

In contrast, the number of evacuees in Beaufort has remained consistent, with 1,462 people from 467 families seeking shelter. However, Membakut experienced a decrease in evacuees, dropping to 202 individuals from 74 families, compared to 441 evacuees from 173 families earlier in the morning. This fluctuation indicates varying levels of flood impact and relief efforts across the regions.

Meanwhile, progress has been made in Sipitang, where two temporary relief centers were closed at noon. All 329 evacuees from 146 families were able to return to their homes, suggesting some improvement in flood conditions in that area.

Currently, floodwaters have submerged a total of 93 villages in Beaufort, 46 in Tenom, and 16 in Membakut. The floods have affected 155 villages across these three districts, disrupting the daily lives and activities of residents. The 34 relief centers, operational since last Wednesday, continue to provide shelter and support to those displaced by the floods.

Local authorities and relief organizations are working tirelessly to manage the situation and provide necessary assistance to the affected families. The continued rise in evacuee numbers highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the communities in Sabah as they cope with the flood disaster.