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Penang highway closure extended through Saturday following sinkhole damage
A section of Mayang Pasir Highway in Bayan Baru, Penang, will remain closed until Saturday as authorities conduct repairs following the emergence of a sinkhole. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes during the closure period.
LSN Malaysia ·
A portion of Mayang Pasir Highway in the Bayan Baru district of Penang has been shut to traffic as engineers work to repair damage caused by a sinkhole that recently appeared on the road surface. The closure will remain in effect through Saturday, disrupting normal traffic flow in the area.
Authorities have cordoned off the affected section to ensure public safety while repair crews assess the extent of the subsidence and undertake remedial work. The closure affects commuters and commercial traffic that typically uses the route, prompting authorities to urge motorists to plan alternate ways to reach their destinations.
Repairs to the highway are expected to be completed by the end of the week, after which the road will be reopened to traffic. Penang residents and frequent users of the route have been advised to monitor official updates for any changes to the closure timeline or further developments.