Young boy saves 3 stranded cats during flood in M'sia

A young boy was caught on video rescuing three cats stranded during severe floods in Malaysia.

The clip, uploaded to Facebook on Nov. 30, has since amassed over 400,000 views and more than 11,000 comments, with many applauding the boy's bravery and compassion in rescuing the cats amid the ongoing flooding crisis.

The video showed the boy battling a strong current with water up to his knees, clutching the cats safely in his arms.

After reaching a dry area, he released the cats, which immediately scurried away, and not worse for wear.

The post did not specify the location where it was taken, but it was believed to have been shot in one of Malaysia's northern states, where widespread flooding is currently occurring.

Cat lovers commend boy for his courage and kindness

Cat lovers flooded the comments section with praise, applauding the boy for his heroics at such a young age.

One commenter pointed out that the boy sets a powerful example for adults, who often fail to show the same level of compassion for animals during disasters.

Many expressed their admiration for the boy's big heart, with some believing that good karma will come to him in return.

Cats stranded amid severe floods in Malaysia

As Malaysia grapples with its worst flooding disaster in a decade, more than 122,000 people have been displaced, with experts warning that the crisis could worsen in the coming weeks as torrential downpours shows no signs of letting up.

Many pets have been abandoned in homes as families are forced to evacuate, heightening concerns over the welfare of animals in the affected regions.

Countless animals, particularly pets, are left stranded and helpless in the floodwaters, desperately needing rescue.

A recent report by the New Straits Times highlighted a cat shelter in Kota Bharu, where approximately 400 cats were trapped by the rising waters.

A growing number of individuals are stepping up to help such as a Malaysian who has shared several videos documenting his efforts to rescue stranded cats in flood-hit areas on TikTok.

In his clips, the rescuer was seen navigating treacherous waters, rescuing cats from perilous situations, such as those trapped in shop grills or stranded in high water levels, waiting for either the waters to recede or for humans to come to their aid.

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