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Flood Attacks Penisular

Malaysia

As you all know, 7 major states in the Penisular has been flooded by high water levels due to continuous pouring and rain, which had resulted into the rise in the water level of the rivers, some as high as 1.5m in parts of Kota Tinggi town which was cut off. Cities such as Segamat, Kota Tinggi, Jasin, Gua Musang, and many more have been devastated by the worrying flood, and the death toll has so far is 6 victims.

Although I am thankful that I live in a condominum high above the ground and that my area (and most of my Johorian friends who’ve I’ve contacted are not affected), it is sad to read of the condition in the affected areas and how 55,000 and possibly higher have to evacuate their homes to 120 schools which have been used as relief centres.

But thankfully, some of my good friends have informed me that we can help by donating food, clothing, and cash. For the benefit of those who are not aware, the following items are needed by the flood victims:

- blankets
- UNUSED clothing @ used clothes
- rice
- instant noodles
- milk
- canned food
- sugar
- coffee
- tea
- biscuits
- salt
- cooking oil
- mineral water
- sanitary pads
- diapers
- toothbrush
- toothpaste
- towels
- slippers

Please send your donation items to The Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) for flood operation room in Segamat.

For those in JB and surrounding areas, please forward your contribution to MRCS’ branch in JB at Wisma Belia.
Full address:
Persatuan Bulan Sabit Merah Msian, Cwgn Johor
No 3 Jalan Bachang
PTD 673 Wisma Belia
Tampoi 81200
Tel: 07-2384832

For those in KL, contribution can be sent to
the HQ at No. 32 Jalan Nipah, Off Jalan Ampang, near Gleaneagles. Tel: 03 4257 8122

By the way, MERCY (Malaysian Medical Relief Society) which has sent volunteers to the flooded areas, currently may need cash contribution. For those who are willing to give monetary contribution, please contact

03-4256 9999

or visit the HQ

45B, 2nd Floor,
Jalan Mamanda 9,
Ampang Point,
68000 Ampang, Selangor

(just opposite Ampang Putri Medical Centre)

I am pleading to all of you who are able and can afford it to do your part. Our brothers and sisters need our help! Please do spread the word J

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