PASIR MAS, Dec 17 — Despite being affected by the flood that hit Kampung Serongga, the residents, especially youths, do not mind braving waist-deep waters to assist those in need.
Mohamad Izzat Pead, 20, said since this morning, two friends and himself have been helping relocate the villagers' motorcycles from the village to higher ground due to the rising waters of Sungai Teresek since yesterday evening.
"Usually, when floods occur, the residents help each other. If someone needs assistance in moving their belongings, motorcycles, or residents, we will lend a hand.
"I, along with my friends, helped load motorcycles onto a boat and transported them about 500 metres away from the flood-affected area. Since this morning, I have assisted in relocating four motorcycles," he said when met today.
Elaborating further, Izzat, who is self-employed, said within less than a month, Kampung Serongga had been affected by floods twice.
"A few days ago, we were able to return home, but since yesterday, the water has started rising again, causing me, my parents, and six other family members to move to the temporary relief centre (PPS) at SK Sri Kiambang for the second time in less than a month," he said.
Raihan Mohamad, 24, also assisted in relocating affected residents to the PPS at SK Sri Kiambang.
"In addition to my mother and other family members, I also helped move other residents who requested assistance.
"Today's weather is good and clear, with no rain, but the water level is rising. That is why many residents do not want to take any risks, so they quickly move to the PPS. I help relocate those who need assistance," said the self-employed individual.
Meanwhile, a check by Bernama in Kampung Serongga found that in addition to residents moving on their own, they were also assisted by police officers from the Pasir Mas District Police Headquarters (IPD) in relocating flood victims to the PPS at SK Sri Kiambang.
— Bernama
