The number of people displaced by flooding in Sabah has fallen to 3,114, as authorities report improving conditions in some districts.

The numbers peaked to 4,555 around 8pm last night (March 10, 2025).

However, officials warn that many areas remain waterlogged, and full recovery could take time.

According to the Civil Defence Force, which has been leading relief operations, the biggest drop in evacuees was recorded in Membakut and Tenom.

Membakut now has 881 evacuees, down from 1,031 the previous day, while Tenom’s numbers have fallen to 514.

Beaufort remains the worst-affected area, with 1,719 evacuees still housed in relief centres.

Floodwaters have receded in some districts, allowing residents to begin returning home, but officials have yet to confirm when all evacuees can safely leave temporary shelters.

Earlier today, Sabah chief minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor visited Membakut and Beaufort and announced a RM1,300 cash aid to the flood victims.

Road conditions remain a challenge, with landslides continuing to affect routes in Keningau, Kimanis, Tenom, and Nabawan.

Two bridges in Keningau are still unsafe, complicating the movement of emergency aid.

Authorities have also confirmed that the Keningau-Kimanis road, a vital route connecting the interior to Kota Kinabalu, remains closed due to a major landslide.

Works Minister Datuk Shahelmey Yahya said repair efforts could take up to two weeks, depending on weather conditions and soil stability.

He also warned motorists against moving roadblocks at KM14.3, calling the act reckless and dangerous.

The Civil Defence Force says relief efforts will continue until conditions stabilize.

Meanwhile, authorities are closely monitoring weather forecasts, as further heavy rainfall could slow down recovery efforts. – March 11, 2025