In Rakhine State’s Mrauk-U Township, approximately 16 villages are experiencing severe flooding due to continuous heavy rainfall and mountain runoff, with water levels reaching between 5 to 6 feet, according to local residents. The flooding began about four days ago when heavy rains combined with mountain runoff started inundating the villages. The areas most severely affected are the riverside villages including Min Phyu, Myin Ka Seik, Kular Ma Taung, Tagon Taing, and in the Phon Thar Chaung area, particularly Myin Tin Ma and Let Khut villages, which are now submerged under floodwater.
The affected villages include Pale Taung, Kapet, Thae Ka La, Min Phyu, Myin Ka Seik, Wa Taung, Pauk Taw, Kular Ma Taung, Tagon Taing, Chin Seik, Taw Tan, Done Thar, Done Gyi, Myin Tin Ma, and Let Khut. Among these, the low-lying riverside villages such as Pyin Yaung, Chaung Taw, Min Phyu, Myin Ka Seik, Wa Taung, Pauk Taw, Kular Ma Taung, and Tagon Taing are experiencing water levels of 5 to 6 feet. A resident from Kular Ma Taung village confirmed that if the rain continues, the flooding could last between 7 to 10 days.
This region experiences annual flooding during the rainy season due to heavy rainfall and mountain runoff causing the Lay Myo River to overflow. This year’s flooding follows the same pattern. Additionally, in recent days, parts of Kyauktaw, Ponnagyun, and Maungdaw townships have also reported submerged houses, with local residents in urgent need of emergency assistance. The flood-affected communities are facing daily challenges in their living conditions and require immediate emergency aid and support.
