Flash floods hit Melaka, residents call it worst ever

Residents of Rambai Jaya in Melaka are grappling with the aftermath of what they describe as the worst flash flood they have ever experienced. Mahaya Suratman, 70, recounted the terrifying moments when water surged into her home within minutes, despite the rain not being excessively heavy.

"As soon as I took things out of the drawer to put them on the bed, the water suddenly entered the room," Mahaya shared, describing the chaotic scene. She was at home with her husband, who has a disability, when the incident occurred. The rapid rise of water, filling the drains and inundating homes, caught many by surprise.

Water levels reached knee-deep outside and calf-deep inside homes, a stark contrast to previous floods. Mahaya managed to salvage some belongings, with her grandchildren helping to lift electrical items like refrigerators and washing machines to higher ground. Even her cats were rescued and placed on top of the refrigerator.

Abdul Wahab Osman, 80, from Tanjung Minyak, echoed similar sentiments, stating that the floodwaters entered his home within half an hour. He expressed hope that the government would provide assistance to all affected victims, regardless of their location, and ensure such a disaster does not happen again. The family has relocated to a temporary evacuation center at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Tanjong Minyak 2 and are awaiting permission to return home.