KUCHING: The restoration of water pressure in Limbang district is underway and is expected to be completed within 24 hours.
According to a statement from the state-owned water management company Northern Region Water Board (Laku), the current affected areas are Tedungan, Kpg Mengatai, Kpg Ulak, Kpg Belading, Kpg Anak Bukit, Kpg Kuala Awang, Kpg Binjai, Kpg Ipai, Kpg Merasam Bumbun, Kpg Meritam, Kpg Lubok Sigantang/Aur, Kpg Telahak, and Kpg Lubok Piasau.
Laku assured residents that its team is actively working to release the ‘air lock’ from the water mains, with the anticipated completion of this task within the next 24 hours.
It added that once the process is finalised, the water supply will gradually return to normal across all affected areas.
“However, after the restoration of the water supply, it may appear turbid or dirty after the repair process. To address this, our dedicated teams will conduct thorough flushing activities to ensure the cleanliness and safety of the water supply.
“Water tankers are also being dispatched to the affected kampung. Therefore, residents are requested to contact our hotline to request for the water tanker service.
“A pickup point has been established at the Tedungan Shoplot for residents requiring urgent water supply. Please bring your water containers for collection at any time,” it said.
Laku also urged residents to rely on official sources for accurate information on the issue and to disregard any unverified rumours.
Residents can refer to its 24-hour hotlines at 085-215633/215644/211601; website at www.lakumanagement.com.my; or email at cs_lbg@lakumanagement.com.my.
