Kuala Lumpur City Hall places 370 personnel on standby, monitors 15 flood hotspots as monsoon warnings and tropical storm effects continue
KUALA LUMPUR: Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has placed 370 personnel on standby following monsoon warnings and tropical storm effects issued by the Meteorological Department.
Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa confirmed the personnel will respond to any incidents in the city.
She identified 15 flood hotspots that will be continuously monitored throughout the monsoon season.
“In this period of unpredictable weather, we cannot compromise on public safety,” she said in a Facebook statement.
Dr Zaliha received a preparedness briefing from DBKL before inspecting two high-risk locations.
She visited a land subsidence area at Jalan Masjid India and a landslide site in Taman United.
Federal Territories Department director-general Datuk Seri Noridah Abdul Rahim and Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Fadlun Mak Ujud also attended the inspections.
“At Jalan Masjid India, I inspected the land subsidence that occurred recently,” Dr Zaliha said.
“I have instructed DBKL to conduct a detailed study to prevent a recurrence and to ensure the safety of the area at all times.”
She confirmed immediate action has been taken at the Taman United landslide location that occurred during heavy rain two weeks ago.
“Alhamdulillah, immediate action has been taken, including the evacuation of 52 high-risk housing units, and repair works are expected to be completed before the end of December.”
Dr Zaliha urged DBKL and related agencies to act swiftly and maintain clear communication with affected residents. – Bernama
