$40 million has been allocated by government to the National Flood Relief programme, according to the Office of the Prime Minister.
In a media release, OPM says these funds are to augment existing budgetary allocations in relevant ministries.
Furthermore, it notes that an additional $100 million allocation has been made for urgent landslide and road reinstatement works.
Also, $10 million will be made available to assist the farming community with flood relief.
