Police believe girl was swept away as family was preparing to evacuate their house.

FLOODS in Terengganu have claimed the life of a two-year-old girl in an incident in Kampung Apal, Jertih.

Terengganu police chief Rohaimi Md Isa said Nur Hilwa Idris Mohd Haris Zaifan was found floating in a ditch about 20m from her house where she was believed to have fallen at 3.40pm.

“The incident is said to have happened when the victim’s aunt, who was at home, was getting ready to evacuate as floodwaters were rising, before she discovered that the girl had left by herself through the kitchen door.

“The victim is believed to have been swept away by floodwaters,” he said in a statement, adding that her body had been taken to Besut Hospital for further action.

Rohaimi reminded the public to be more alert and cautious during this northeast monsoon period, adding that parents and guardians should ensure their children’s safety at all times. – Bernama, December 18, 2022.