A landslide at Bukit Paya Terubong in George Town damaged 12 vehicles but caused no injuries, with firemen assisting in relocation efforts.
GEORGE TOWN: A landslide struck Bukit Paya Terubong in Tingkat Paya Terubong 4 following heavy rainfall in the area.
Penang Fire and Rescue Department director Mohd Shoki Hamzah confirmed the incident occurred around 2.41 pm with no injuries or fatalities reported.
He stated the landslide likely happened during the afternoon downpour, sending soil from the 100-metre high hilltop sliding down with muddy water.
The landslide deposited mud and soil into a residential complex parking area while continuing rain caused water to overflow onto the road.
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Initial monitoring indicated a moderate-scale landslide as the Fire and Rescue Operation Team conducted size-up operations in the affected zone.
Shoki confirmed the incident did not affect any occupants or nearby structures but involved 12 parked vehicles.
Six vehicles remained unidentified while firemen helped owners relocate the other six to safer locations.
The operation team installed barriers at the site to prevent further incidents and advised residents to follow authority instructions if evacuation became necessary.
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Firemen continued inspections and monitoring as rainfall persisted in the area.
Earlier viral social media videos showed soil and muddy water flowing down Bukit Paya Terubong, flooding the parking area and surrounding road. – Bernama
