Council to chop down trees to solve flood issues

Workers from SMC’s contractor clearing Jalan Pedada drainage of all refuse. Fallen leaves from trees by the roadside are clogging up the drainage system in Sibu. — Filepic

SIBU: All trees by the roadside which are not planted by the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) will be removed as they are one of the causes for drainage blockage.

Chairman Clarence Ting said the fallen leaves from these trees block the smooth flow of water in the drains, especially during heavy rain.