‘KL drainage systems need urgent upgrade’


Many drains have been there for a very long time. They are no longer able to cope with the increased water volume during downpours.- Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye

OUTDATED drainage systems, flash floods, traffic congestion and poorly maintained roads are major challenges facing Kuala Lumpur.

Alliance for Safe Community chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye said Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) must allocate resources towards finding sustainable solutions to flash floods.

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