JERTIH: Floods in Terengganu have claimed their first victim, a two-year-old girl who fell into a ditch at Kampung Apal here.
Terengganu police chief Rohaimi Isa said Nur Hilwa Idris Haris Zaifan was found floating in the ditch about 20m from her house at 3.40pm.
“This happened when the victim’s aunt was getting ready to evacuate to the temporary relief centre (PPS) as floodwaters were rising. The girl had gone out through the kitchen door.
“The girl is believed to have been swept away by floodwaters,” Rohaimi said in a statement.
Her body was brought to the Besut Hospital.
Rohaimi reminded the public to be more alert and cautious during this northeast monsoon period, adding that parents and guardians should ensure their children’s safety during the flood season.
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