Kuantan parish prepares for monsoon season
As November began, residents across the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, particularly in the outskirts of Kuantan and interior areas of Pahang, have been closely monitoring weather patterns in anticipation of the monsoon season.
Nov 22, 2024

KUANTAN: As November began, residents across the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, particularly in the outskirts of Kuantan and interior areas of Pahang, have been closely monitoring weather patterns in anticipation of the monsoon season. In many parts of Pahang, a noticeable shift has occurred, with consistent rainfall during the night followed by clear skies in the day — early signs of pre-monsoon weather.
In response, the Parish Flood Relief Task Force (PFRTF) at the Church of St Thomas the Apostle has ramped up efforts to track weather forecasts and local updates. The task force has also begun laying the groundwork for flood preparedness, ensuring that the parish community is ready to assist those who may be affected by the impending monsoon rains.
The PFRTF invited an expert trainer, Amaladass from Port Klang, who led a three-hour session on November 12, providing the team and new recruits with vital guidelines and preparations for flood disasters. He had conducted an online session for the PFRTF members two years ago.
“With the monsoon season approaching, we are once again on standby for potential floods along the East Coast. This session serves as both a review and a team refresher. Together, we can ensure that our team is fully prepared and ready to be mobilised effectively to support those affected by the floods,” said parish priest, Fr George Packiasamy.
“Over the past two years, we have faced several floods in Pahang, though fortunately, they were not severe. We were lucky that areas such as Kuantan, Kuala Rompin, Muadzam Shah, and Mentakab were not heavily affected. Throughout these challenging times, our community has always been ready to lend a helping hand, standing united in support.”
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