Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad says state will assess flood-damaged infrastructure to apply for additional federal funding through NADMA special allocations.
TAIPING: The Perak government will conduct an assessment of infrastructure damaged by floods to support an application for additional funding.
Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said the results of the assessment would be forwarded to the federal government and the National Disaster Management Agency for consideration in allocating funds to the state.
District officers will hold a meeting to review the post-flood scenario of infrastructure that are severely damaged, including collapsed bridges.
He stated that although it may be difficult to obtain additional funds, NADMA may have special allocations that could assist the state.
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Saarani announced this after meeting flood victims at the Matang Gelugor temporary evacuation centre here today.
Earlier, he visited several temporary evacuation centres and inspected areas in four districts affected by floods since Thursday night.
The affected districts include Larut Matang Selama, Manjung, Kerian and Central Perak.
Yesterday, the government approved an immediate allocation of 1.2 million ringgit for flood mitigation projects in the Larut Matang Selama district.
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Saarani confirmed that all security agencies and technical departments and local authorities have been fully mobilised to carry out rescue operations.
These teams are providing basic facilities at the temporary evacuation centres and ensuring the welfare of victims.
He added that all department heads had been asked to activate the MADANI Civil Servants Compassion Squad under the coordination of the State Secretary’s Office.
This squad will assist with post-flood clean-up and recovery work to speed up the recovery process and ensure affected areas can be restored promptly.
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He also advised residents in high-risk areas to remain vigilant and comply with the authorities’ instructions.
Residents should avoid activities near rivers, canals and areas prone to flooding according to the menteri besar.
The State Disaster Management Committee together with all security agencies will continue to monitor the current situation.
They will ensure that aid is channelled quickly, systematically and comprehensively to those affected.
As of 5 pm today, the number of flood victims continued to increase to 2,963 people from 1,006 families.
Two more temporary evacuation centres were opened in Manjung and Kerian, making a total of 28 centres currently active. – Bernama
