Flash floods wash away festive mood


Natural disaster: Norzahidah’s flooded family home in Kampung Jasa Sepakat, Pontian.

JOHOR BARU: Norzahidah Mohd Azhar’s excitement to finally celebrate Hari Raya in her hometown in Pontian was dampened after her village was hit by a flash flood.

The 27-year-old housewife had gone back to her village, Kampung Jasa Sepakat, on Hari Raya eve to celebrate with her husband, parents and two siblings.

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