Malaysian Floods Displace Over 150,000 Residents

Recent torrential rains have caused severe flooding in Malaysia, leading to the evacuation of over 150,000 people, with six confirmed deaths. The northeastern states of Kelantan and Terengganu are among the hardest hit, with significant damage reported to homes, infrastructure, and agriculture. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed additional government resources to support recovery efforts, expected to commence mid-December. Meanwhile, heavy rain warnings remain in effect, prompting concerns of further flooding. In neighboring Thailand, floods have also affected over 240,000 households, resulting in 25 fatalities. The precarious situation highlights the ongoing challenges posed by monsoon season floods in Southeast Asia.