As of Tuesday, November 25, 2025, floodwaters from Malaysia’s northeast monsoon have forced more than 18,000 people into relief centres across 10 states. The sustained heavy rains show no sign of easing, with Kelantan bearing the brunt of the deluge.
Kelantan remains the epicentre, housing over 9,700 evacuees in 40 centres as of midday. Selangor and Perak follow with 2,718 and 2,881 evacuees respectively; the remaining numbers are spread across other northern and western states.
The government has deployed over 100,000 personnel—soldiers, police, civil servants and volunteers—to bolster flood defences, distribute essential aid and evacuate stranded communities. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim praised the National Disaster Management Agency’s readiness and called for all agencies to maintain maximum efforts until waters recede.
Despite the floods, national-level exams are proceeding as planned. Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh detailed contingency plans and standard operating procedures to ensure that candidates in flood-affected zones can sit their papers safely.
The Meteorological Department has issued warnings of continued heavy rains and strong winds over the coming days. Authorities are advising residents and travellers to monitor weather advisories, avoid flooded routes and check local travel updates.
For young global citizens, Malaysia’s flood response highlights the power of large-scale mobilisation combined with community resilience. As the monsoon persists, the world is watching, sharing support and learning from Malaysia’s approach to disaster management.
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