PUCHONG: Police confirmed that soil movement was still detected at the scene of the Taman Wawasan landslide here as of Sunday.
Serdang OCPD ACP A.A. Anbalagan said: “The cement (foundation) for gates of several houses (were affected).
“Work to place 46 metal piles (to reinforce the earth in the area and the unaffected soil embankment) resumed yesterday. The situation is being monitored.”
Anbalagan said the piles were a preventive measure to strengthen the area and prevent further soil movement.
“Work to place 375 piles in the 150m area started at 4am on Sunday. In addition to placing the piles, (tarpaulin sheets) are also being placed to prevent water seeping into the ground,” he said at a control post set up at the location.
Anbalagan also said the placement of the piles is expected to be completed in two weeks, adding that one family was initially staying at a temporary relief shelter but have since moved out and the shelter was closed at 9pm on Sunday.
“Other affected residents are staying with relatives nearby.”
He said the landslide caused two underground pipes to leak and an electricity pole to collapse. Water and electricity supply to the area has been cut as a preventive measure.
Anbalagan advised affected residents who wish to return home to collect important documents or other items to inform police personnel at the control post.
The landslide at Jalan Wawasan 3/9 and 3/14 on Saturday caused four vehicles to be buried and forced residents of seven houses to be evacuated. No casualties were reported.
Inspections on 26 terrace houses along Jalan Wawasan by the Petaling District and Land Office are ongoing.
District officer Rahilah Rahmat said the inspections include analysing the structure of the 26 units.
“We will check each house to ascertain if there are any cracks. So far, only nine houses were affected. We will wait for a Mineral and Geoscience Department report before taking further action.”
Rahilah said her team is working to expedite repair works that are being hampered by unpredictable weather conditions.
Police have cordoned off the site to prevent residents from entering the area.
