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Major sinkhole forces indefinite closure of Gua Musang-Kota Bharu highway
A massive eight-metre-deep sinkhole has emerged along Federal Route FT08 in Kelantan, forcing authorities to close the critical Gua Musang-Kota Bharu road link. The subsidence has disrupted traffic on the important regional corridor connecting the two towns.
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The sinkhole, which appeared near Taman Rekreasi Kesedar in Gua Musang, has rendered a section of Federal Route FT08 impassable, with authorities yet to confirm when repairs will be completed. The eight-metre depth of the cavity has raised concerns about the structural integrity of the roadway and surrounding infrastructure in the area.
The closure of the Gua Musang-Kota Bharu road has created significant disruptions for commuters and commercial traffic dependent on the route. Motorists have been advised to seek alternative paths while remedial works are assessed and planned.
Local authorities have cordoned off the affected section to prevent accidents and ensure public safety. Engineers are expected to conduct detailed site investigations to determine the cause of the subsidence and establish a timeline for restoration works. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about road infrastructure maintenance in the region, particularly on federal routes serving rural and semi-urban areas in Kelantan.