AS the Thanlwin River’s water level rose to 900 cm, surpassing the critical flood stage of 750 cm, more than 5,000 residents of Hpa-an Township were relocated to flood relief camps. The Kayin State government reported the establishment of six temporary relief camps and ongoing efforts by relevant departments to address the flood disaster and increase the number of temporary shelters.

With the water level exceeding the critical threshold, floodwaters inundated low-lying areas of Hpa-an City. Consequently, Tatmadaw, district and township disaster management committees, the state disaster management department, and social assistance associations evacuated 2,544 flood-affected men and 2,769 women from 1,134 households, totalling 5,313, according to the Social Relief Organization (Hpa-an Township).

On the morning of 27 July, the Chief Minister oversaw the temporary relocation of residents to Shwe Yinmyaw Pyitawaye Pagoda, the Cyclone Shelter in Ward 3, the gymnasium in Ward 1, No 3 Basic Education High School, and the Cyclone Shelter in Ward 5. Efforts were made to ensure adequate water supply, fire safety, sanitation, and prevention of infectious diseases such as diarrhoea. Relevant authorities, administrative organizations, and social associations were assigned to provide necessary support and close administration where necessary.

Additionally, to support farmers affected by the flooding of rain-fed paddy and crops, the Regional Department of Agriculture continued to monitor and inspect the storage conditions of rice seeds, natural fertilizers, and chemical fertilizers at the fertilizer warehouse.

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