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Kampung Melayu Subang hit by fourth flooding in less than two weeks
The Selangor village experienced its fourth inundation in 11 days as water levels surged significantly above danger thresholds. Authorities reported measurements exceeding safe limits on Tuesday morning.
LSN Malaysia ·
Kampung Melayu Subang faced fresh flooding on Tuesday as rising water levels breached critical thresholds for the fourth time in under a fortnight, compounding hardship for residents in the affected area.
The irrigation and drainage department recorded water levels at 18.11 metres above sea level as of 9am, surpassing the established danger threshold of 17.4 metres. The repeated inundations have raised concerns about drainage infrastructure and flood management in the locality.
The recurrence of flooding within such a short timeframe indicates persistent drainage challenges in the region. Residents have been grappling with successive disruptions to daily life, with the rapid succession of floods complicating cleanup and recovery efforts between incidents.
The repeated breaches of danger levels highlight ongoing vulnerability in Kampung Melayu Subang's flood mitigation systems. Authorities have not yet issued statements on additional measures to prevent further inundations or support for affected residents.