new caption: The number of flood victims taking shelter at relief centres in Selangor more than doubled to 583 people from 163 families as of 3.40pm today, compared with 215 people from 55 families this morning. (Bernama pic)PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced an additional RM2,500 in cash aid for eligible flood victims in Selangor, with payments expected to begin tomorrow.
In a statement, the Prime Minister's Office said the assistance was to help affected households replace essential items damaged or destroyed by floods.
It said the implementing agencies would announce the eligibility criteria and payment details.
Anwar also directed flood mitigation projects to be expedited to address recurring flooding.
