Floods have inundated southern Myanmar, displacing tens of thousands of residents and submerging vital infrastructure. Continuous heavy rains have caused rivers in 13 towns across Ayeyarwady, Bago, Mon, and Kayin regions to surpass their warning levels, as reported by the national weather agency on Monday.
In Bago township, Bago region, approximately 18,210 individuals from 4,793 households have been forced to evacuate due to severe flooding, with persistent rains exacerbating the situation. According to The Mirror, in Myawaddy township, Kayin state, 4,985 people from 370 households have sought refuge in 11 relief centers due to the rising Thaungyin River.
The Mirror also highlighted that transportation infrastructure, including railway tracks and highways in Ayeyarwady region and Mon state, has been submerged, posing significant risks to travelers and leading to the closure of schools. The town of Taninthayi in the Taninthayi region also experienced flooding on Sunday, driven by the rising levels of the Taninthayi River amid torrential rains.
The widespread devastation has prompted a massive response from local authorities, fire service personnel, and rescuers. They have been tirelessly working in the affected areas to evacuate residents and provide essential supplies, including food, drinking water, and shelter. Their coordinated efforts aim to mitigate the disaster’s impact on the displaced communities and ensure the safety and well-being of those affected.
Efforts to address the crisis have been widespread. Local authorities, along with fire service personnel and rescuers, have been actively evacuating residents from the affected areas. They are providing essential supplies such as food, drinking water, and shelter to those displaced by the floods. The combined efforts of these groups aim to mitigate the impact of this natural disaster on the affected communities.