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KLANG: Klang Royal City Council (MBDK) has stepped up its preparedness and mitigation measures across the district in response to the threat of a king tide phenomenon expected to occur in the near future. MBDK Mayor Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain said the MBDK Rapid Response Squad received 83 disaster-related complaints over two days, from 4 to 5 November, involving incidents of fallen trees, flash floods, blown-off roofs, fallen utility poles and landslides. According to him, of the total, 62 cases had been fully resolved, 16 were still being addressed, while another five involved special assistance provided by the Rapid Response Squad. “Through the Flood Issues Coordination Meeting, MBDK has identified several high-risk locations, including Bukit Raja Interchange, Taman Mutiara Bukit Raja, Taman Melawis, Kampung Bukit Kapar, Taman Meru Indah, Taman Seri Kerayong, Taman Daya Maju and Jalan Haji Salleh in Pekan Meru. “To address the risk of flooding, we are working closely with the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS) and the Public Works Department (JKR) to upgrade major drainage systems, install flap gates and ensure that retention ponds are maintained regularly,” he said in a statement. He also urged residents living in low-lying areas and near rivers to remain vigilant, move their vehicles to higher ground and keep important documents in safe locations. Meanwhile, Abd Hamid said owners of properties or vehicles damaged by fallen trees under MBDK's supervision could submit compensation claims to the Council. “Affected owners must first lodge a police report before submitting their claims, together with the relevant supporting documents, to MBDK for further review and assessment in accordance with established procedures,” he explained. |
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