KOTA BARU: Kelantan has prepared 451 temporary evacuation centres (PPS) with the capacity to accommodate 200,000 flood victims ahead of the coming northeast monsoon.

State Social Welfare Department director Che Samsuzuki Che Noh said the centres were located across all districts, with most in Pasir Mas and Tumpat.

He said 162 forward bases had also been set up as part of the state's flood preparedness measures.

"All agencies involved are ready to face any eventuality, as floods could hit the state at any time.