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Landslide forces complete closure of Rawang road near Fruit Valley
Authorities have shut down Jalan Batu Arang-Ijok near the 32nd Mile in Rawang following a landslide incident. The closure affects traffic in the area as repair works are assessed.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 — A section of Jalan Batu Arang-Ijok near the 32nd Mile in the vicinity of Fruit Valley, Rawang, has been completely closed to traffic following a landslide, disrupting travel in the region.
The full road closure was implemented to ensure public safety while authorities assess the extent of the damage and determine necessary remedial measures. The affected stretch connects key routes in the Rawang area, which serves as a major thoroughfare for commuters and commercial traffic.
Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes while repair operations commence. Authorities have not yet announced a timeline for reopening the road pending structural assessments and slope stabilization work.
The incident marks the latest in a series of landslide-related disruptions affecting transportation networks in the Klang Valley region during the monsoon season. Residents and road users are urged to exercise caution in affected areas and monitor official updates for developments.