Flood-affected families in Batambang City received emergency aid on October 5, 2026 distributed by official authorities as part of the province’s continuing response. (Agence Kampuchea Press)
On October 5, emergency aid was distributed to more than 500 households affected by rain floods in Batambang city, as official authorities step up efforts to provide assistance for two sangkats (communities).
The aid was distributed by Battambang provincial governor H.E. Sok Lou to families in two sangkats, or communes, across the city. A total of 270 vulnerable and flood-affected households in Sangkat Ocar received food supplies, while a further 259 families in Sangkat Omal were provided with similar assistance.
The efforts sent by senior Cambodian officials and their families, including Senate President Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen and Cambodian Red Cross President Samdech Kittiprittpundit Bun Rany Hun Sen. Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet and First Lady Lok Chumteav Dr Pich Chanmony also contributed to the initiative.
Logistical assistance for the distribution was provided through the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port, supporting the delivery of essential supplies to affected communities.
Speaking during the distribution, Governor Sok Lou conveyed his sympathy to residents whose homes and livelihoods had been affected by the flooding. He also reiterated the provincial administration’s commitment to providing support to communities facing disruption from seasonal rainfall and flooding.
Separately, the Battambang Provincial Administration received 500 cartons of instant noodles to support the aid, provided by Pruonh Ritha, director of the Battambang Provincial Department of Public Works and Transport. The additional aid is expected to support the province’s continuing response as authorities assist residents affected by the floods.
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