What specific districts are on high alert for floods?

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Specific Districts Identified as High Alert for Floods

Several districts across five Malaysian states have been placed on high alert for potential flash floods within the next 24 hours, according to the National Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (PRABN) of the Department of Drainage and Irrigation (DID). This preparedness notice, issued at 5pm, aims to inform residents in these identified areas about the possibility of significant heavy rain or thunderstorms leading to flash floods.
Johor and Pahang Districts Under Watch

In Johor, the districts of Kota Tinggi, specifically the Sedili Besar area, and Mersing, with its Triang locality, are at risk. Similarly, Pahang faces potential flooding in the Kuantan district, notably Sungai Karang, and the Rompin district, encompassing Endau and Rompin. These areas are being monitored closely due to forecasted weather conditions.
Terengganu and Sarawak Areas Identified

The state of Terengganu has multiple areas flagged, including the Kuala Terengganu district, with specific localities such as Batu Buruk, Chendering, and Kuala Terengganu itself. The Marang district is also on alert, with Bukit Payung, Pulau Kerengga, and Rusila being the affected areas. In Sarawak, the Mukah district, particularly Pekan Matu, has been identified as being at risk.
Extensive Alert in Perak

Perak has the most extensive list of districts and their surrounding areas on high alert. This includes Hilir Perak (Changkat Jong and Durian Sebatang), Kerian (Bagan Serai, Kuala Kurau, and Parit Buntar), and Larut, Matang and Selama (Bukit Gantang, Sungai Limau, Pengkalan Aor, and Jebong). Additionally, Bagan Datuk (Pekan Simpang Empat), Kampar (Kampar), and Perak Tengah (Bota, Layang Layang, Pasir Salak, and Pasir Panjang Hulu) are also included in the preparedness notice.

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