Move seeks to address maintenance issues, frequent flooding in certain areas, says Izham

Once completed, they will address the problem of flooding and be a source of raw water for the whole Klang Valley

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 — The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has determined the government's RM129 million expenditure for Phase 1 of the National Flood Forecasting and Warning Programme (PRAB) did not justify the cost due to the lack of accuracy in floodwater level and prediction of when and where floods occur.

KOTA BHARU, Jan 25 — Four districts in Kelantan, namely Gua Musang, Pasir Puteh, Kuala Krai, and Pasir Mas, are expected to be hit by floods in stages from today until tomorrow.

By Norrasyidah Arshad Shah Alam, Jan 8 — The state government, via its relevant agencies, is proactively monitoring weather forecasts by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) and alerts from the Irrigation and Drainage Department (DID) amid the ongoing northeast monsoon. State...

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 — Floods are expected to hit the Kulai, Johor Bahru, and Pontian districts in Johor in stages from 11am to 5pm today.

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 4 — The number of flood evacuees in Johor has continued to rise to 1,024 people housed in 13 temporary relief centres (PPS) as of 8pm, compared with 330 people in seven PPS reported at 2pm.

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 3 — The National Water Services Commission (SPAN) is ready to deal with any damage to water supply infrastructure due to floods to ensure water supply to consumers will not be affected.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 — Several districts in Kelantan are forecast to be hit by floods from December 24 (Sunday) until December 25, said the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID).

PETALING JAYA, Dec 12 — Police are seeking more time to analyse dashcam recordings from residents of the Idaman Apartment in Damansara Damai as investigations into the murder of autistic child Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin continue.

By Zareef Muzammil SHAH ALAM, Dec 7 — The Department of Irrigation and Drainage added a pump to the water lock at Sungai Pinang, Port Klang as a measure to prevent flooding in Kampung Tradisi Pulau Indah. Port Klang assemblyman Azmizam Zaman Huri said the Department of Irrigation and Drainage...

By Siti Rohaizah Zainal GOMBAK, Nov 18 — The state government is actively addressing flood issues, especially in areas prone to flooding, by discussing it with the Irrigation and Drainage Department (DID). Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said a comprehensive investigation is being...

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 — Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) is ready to mobilise strategic assets and employees to face the ongoing northeast monsoon season, which is expected to last until March next year.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 — The number of flood evacuees in Selangor and Perak continued to rise this morning, with 1,108 people being relocated to 13 relief centres as of 9am.

IPOH, Oct 27 — The number of flood victims in Perak increased to 324 people from 99 families today compared to yesterday, with another temporary relief centre (PPS) opened.

By Nas Norziela Nasbah HULU LANGAT, Oct 25 — The Kajang Municipal Council's (MPKj) rescue team is prepared for potential floods due to unpredictable weather at the end of this year. Its acting President, Mohd Fareez Mohd Ariss@Mohd Hatta, said the council has 120 team members, including its...

By Selangor Journal Team SHAH ALAM, Oct 20 — The Selangor Water Management Authority (Luas) has proactively reduced the water capacity at its seven dams to prepare for the coming northeast monsoon season, expected to bring about heavy downpours and potential floods. State executive councillor...

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 2 — The dam safety flying squad, in its inspection from 2021 to 2022, found eight dams damaged which could pose a threat to residents and property in the event of failure.

IPOH, Sept 24 — The recent flash floods in Perak were primarily due to the exceptionally heavy or extraordinary rainfall, said state Department of Drainage and Irrigation director Ahmad Shahrir Md Naziri.

By Zareef Muzammil SHAH ALAM, Sept 10 — The Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) has requested the Selangor Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) to inspect two retention ponds under its purview, so as to prevent flooding. Its Deputy Mayor Cheremi Tarman said the ponds in Ara Damansara and in...