Number of people killed in Malaysia's floods rises to 37
Number of people killed in Malaysia's floods rises to 37
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KUALA LUMPUR- Malaysia: Authorities in Malaysia have confirmed that 37 people have died as a result of the floods. At least another ten people have been reported missing, according to Inspector-General of Police Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani, who spoke to the media on Thursday.

The official said, 396 relief centers (PPS) in seven states registered 68,341 flood victims from 18,080 families, with Pahang being the worst-affected state. He also stated that 137 highways were remained closed as a result of flooding in four states, and that 23 river areas were placed under danger or warning levels.

More rain is forecast throughout Peninsula Malaysia on Friday, according to the country's meteorological authority, with rain and storms expected in various regions. Over the weekend, three days of torrential rain in eight states triggered significant flooding, partially drowning a number of cities and villages. The government has been come under fierce for failing to issue timely warnings and responding slowly.

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