Clogged drains cause landslide in Taman Melawati - Works Minister
A blocked drainage system on Jalan G2, Taman Melawati, has been identified as the cause of this morning's landslide in the area.
Tue Oct 15 2024
RM113.7 million allocated for river, drainage system maintenance in Johor
Onn Hafiz said based on the DID latest data, 432 flood hotspots have been identified throughout the state.
Thu Dec 01 2022
PBT urged to carry out immediate drainage system maintenance - Sulaiman
Sulaiman said preparedness to face possible floods is important as the 15th General Election will be held in the monsoon season.
Thu Oct 27 2022
Agong calls for "post-mortem" on floods
His Majesty today urged the government to conduct a post-mortem on the drainage system in the country towards addressing problems of flash floods in urban areas.
Sat Dec 25 2021
RM100,000 allocation for upgrading of drainage system in Pengerang
The allocation was urgent as the drainage systems had not been maintained over a long period and it was among factors contributing to the floods.
Sun Jan 17 2021
Clogged tributaries, drainage system among causes of slow receding east coast floods
Zaini Ujang said rubbish and flood debris such as trees and soil slow down the process of dispersing the floodwaters.
Sat Jan 09 2021
Sabah urban drainage system fails to meet objectives, causes recurring floods
The maintenance of the urban drainage system in Sabah has failed to achieve its objectives causing floods to recur.
Fri Dec 18 2020
DBKL to review Development Order terms to prevent flash floods
All developers should ensure that the drainage system near their construction site is always in good condition.
Tue Sep 15 2020
Federal Highway flash floods brought on by development activity - Tengku Adnan
The flash floods on the Federal Highway near Angkasapuri last Monday were triggered by an obstruction to the drainage system brought on by development activity nearby, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.
Thu Nov 02 2017
Wan Junaidi urges all quarters to follow DID's flood advice
Floods particularly in major cities worsened because of the poor irrigation and drainage systems planning.
Thu Sep 21 2017
Residents panic over first flash floods in Rembau
Problems of clogged drainage systems and rivers full of garbage are believed to be the main cause of flash floods in several locations in the state.
Mon Mar 20 2017
Ajil constituency needs allocation to build structured drainage system - Ghazali
Ghazali said his office was currently drafting a plan on irrigation and drainage systems to ensure development carried out would not have adverse effects on the surrounding areas.
Tue Jan 03 2017
Infrastructure enhancements for rural residents
Some RM564.2 million was expended for the upgrading of roads and drainage system in rural areas nationwide.
Fri Oct 21 2016
Flash flood in Teluk Bahang due to poor drainage system
Datuk Seri Dr Hilmi said he would request for state and federal allocations to build a bridge at Sungai Teluk Bahang to replace the two blocked water channels which caused spillage to the village.
Tue Jul 19 2016
RM17 million for repairing and upgrading SIC - Razlan
A sum of RM17 million will be spent on repairing and upgrading the 5.54km SIC for upgrading of various aspects at the circuit, including the drainage system, the kerbs and tarmac run-off areas.
Sun Jan 24 2016
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024