Fewer big floods in Sibu, thanks to pump stations
KUCHING: Pump stations set up to reduce flooding in low-lying areas in Sibu have been operating to expectations. “Currently, there are less reports about major floods in Sibu because the pump stations appear to be functioning well,” said Energy Transition and Public Utilities Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Fadillah who is Deputy Prime Minister, was speaking […]
Integrated project to commence next year
MITIGATING FLASH FLOODS IN KUCHING CITY KUCHING: Construction work on flood mitigation projects under the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) jurisdiction can only commence next year, said Cr Kho Teck Wan. In giving her assurance that the council was pushing to expedite the project to materialise, Kho explained the delay on its implementation was due […]
Bintulu’s flooding problems to be addressed
KUCHING: Various major and minor flood mitigation systems and other related projects in Bintulu have been reviewed and steps will be taken to effectively and urgently address the town’s prevalent flooding problems. A recent flash flood once again proved the importance of reviewing its current drainage infrastructure and improving the necessary areas, especially those caused […]
