Every couple dreams of having a perfect wedding day, but for Nur Izzatul Asma Mustafa and Mohamed Khairie Mohamed Kamal, their special day was anything but ordinary. The 22-year-old bride and 28-year-old groom had to celebrate their union amidst a flood that had inundated their wedding reception venue, a homestay in Titi Besi, Kepala Batas.

The couple had spent five months planning their big day, which was supposed to accommodate 1,000 guests, including family and friends. However, the worsening flood conditions forced them to adjust their plans at the last minute. The access road to the homestay was closed to light vehicles, and the couple had to pack and distribute food to the public instead of hosting a grand reception.

Despite the chaos, Nur Izzatul and Mohamed Khairie decided to don their wedding attire and take photos to commemorate their special day. They even managed to capture memorable moments on a boat and a four-wheel drive vehicle, with the flooded area as their backdrop.

"We never imagined our wedding reception would have to be altered last minute," said Nur Izzatul, who works as a clerk. "But we decided to make the most of it and take photos to remember this day."

The couple had rented the homestay four days prior to the wedding, as their house in Kampung Alor Ganu was flooded up to waist level. They had spent an estimated RM20,000 on preparations, including decorations, wedding attire, makeup artists, and souvenirs.

Mohamed Khairie, who works as an electrical goods salesperson, expressed gratitude that the solemnization ceremony was completed, but was disappointed that they couldn't celebrate the wedding reception with his family from Simpang Kuala due to the flood.

"I've only ever seen weddings affected by floods on TV and social media, and I never thought it would happen to me and my wife," he said. "But we accept it because there's nothing else we can do."

The bride's mother, Surina Said, 51, was also upset about the situation, but accepted it. "We had to temporarily rent this homestay until the water recedes completely," she said. "If the water levels here continue to rise, we'll have to move elsewhere."

The family decided to pack and distribute the food to family members and friends who couldn't attend, as well as to flood victims. The bride's father, Mustafa Ismail, 62, said he had informed all relatives and friends about the flood and offered alternative arrangements for those who still wanted to attend.

Despite the challenges, the couple remained positive and viewed their wedding day as historic. "We took memorable photos, and it was quite fun," said Nur Izzatul. "We'll always remember this day, and it will be a story to tell for years to come."

Their love and commitment to each other shone through, even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. As they begin their new life together, they will always cherish the memories of their unforgettable wedding day, one that was marked by love, resilience, and the power of nature.

Source: Astro Awani