Flood Victims in Kramat Jati and Kampung Melayu Evacuated
Reported by Nurito | Translated by
Firefighters under East Jakarta Fire and Rescue Sub-agency have started evacuating flood victims at Jalan Serunu RW 06 Cililitan, Kramat Jati and in Kebon Pala, Kampung Melayu, Jatinegara.
They are ready to pump stagnant water in residential areas towards Ciliwung River
Fire and Rescue Division Head Gatot Sulaeman said evacuation had been conducted since 6 AM using rubber boats.
"We operate two boats for evacuating victims in Cililitan and Kampung Pulo. Then three other boats are alerted in Tong Tek area, Kampung Pulo. To do it we have sent 40 personnel to the field," he explained.
Floods in Kebon Jeruk Have Receded CompletelyHe also prepared 20 rubber boats and 250 personnel, where they would be sent to other flooded areas.
"Two units of light rescue and two units of quick response have been on standby in Kampung Pulo. They are ready to pump stagnant water in residential areas towards Ciliwung River," he stated.
