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Batu Arang-Ijok road closed following major landslide in Rawang
Authorities have shut down the Batu Arang-Ijok road in Rawang following a significant landslide that compromised the highway's structural integrity. Police attributed the incident to slope failure on both upper and lower embankments near Fruit Valley.
LSN Malaysia ·
The Batu Arang-Ijok road remains closed to traffic following a substantial landslide that occurred near Fruit Valley in Rawang, a suburb north of Kuala Lumpur. According to police investigations, the incident resulted from the failure of slopes both above and below the affected section, causing partial damage to the road's structure.
Authorities moved to seal off the route to prevent further accidents and allow for assessment and remedial work. The closure affects commuters in the area who will need to utilise alternative routes during the recovery period.
Landslides remain a concern during Malaysia's monsoon seasons, when heavy rainfall can destabilise hillsides and embankments. The incident underscores the importance of regular infrastructure maintenance and slope monitoring in areas prone to such hazards.
Police have advised motorists to avoid the affected stretch and follow diversionary routes. Authorities have not yet provided an estimated timeframe for the road's reopening, pending completion of structural assessments.