Malaysia battling some of worst floods in decades

Malaysia battling some of worst floods in decades

PanARMENIAN.Net - Malaysia is battling some of the worst floods in decades along its east coast, BBC News reports.

At least five people have been killed and more than 100,000 forced to leave their homes.

The eastern coastal states are often flooded during the wet monsoon season, but this time officials say heavier rain and stronger winds have made things worse.

Prime Minister Najib Razak has returned early from his holiday in the U.S. to deal with the disaster. He is due to visit the worst-hit areas of northern Kelantan state.

In some areas, entire towns are submerged under water.

Rescue workers are struggling to bring in enough food and supplies for families sleeping in relief centers.

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