KUANTAN: Several main roads in Raub district have been closed to light vehicles due to flooding caused by heavy rain since yesterday evening. The Raub District Police Headquarters (IPD) has issued a statement indicating that the affected roads include KM344 – KM342 of Jalan Kuala Lipis-Kota Bharu (Gali Lurus-Gali Hilir) and Jalan Cheroh-Gesing (Jambatan Gesing).

According to BERNAMA News Agency, continuous heavy rain since 6 pm yesterday has resulted in flooding, leaving several main roads inundated this morning. The Raub IPD Traffic Division is currently managing the traffic situation, allowing only heavy vehicles to access these routes to ensure safety and prevent further disruptions.

Pahang has become the latest state to be affected by the floods, prompting the opening of 19 evacuation centres in Raub and Lipis districts. These centres are currently providing shelter to 579 victims from 185 families as authorities continue to monitor the situation and provide necessary assistance.