Johor Sultan tells state government, relevant agencies to brace for floods
Tuesday, 14 Jul 2020 11:23 AM MYTSultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar called on the Johor government and relevant agencies to fully prepare for floods due to the uncertain weather conditions. — Picture courtesy of Johor Royal Press Office
He also said security forces must continue their surveillance and prepare reserve manpower throughout the state.“At the same time, residents living near low-lying areas need to be careful and always follow instructions by the authorities,” Sultan Ibrahim said in a Facebook post today. Yesterday, it was reported that floods hit several areas in Muar, Tangkak and Pontian following a day-long downpour.
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