Part of the flood mitigation project in Jalan P. Ramlee involves upgrading of the drainage system. (Right pic) Residents in the area experience fewer flooding incidents these days. — ZHAFARAN NASIB/The Star
ALTHOUGH flooding incidents have reduced in recent years, residents in low-lying areas such as in Jalan P. Ramlee, George Town, still get anxious whenever it rains heavily.
Although many have moved out and abandoned their houses over the years, there are still some who continue living there.
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Part of the flood mitigation project in Jalan P. Ramlee involves upgrading of the drainage system. (Right pic) Residents in the area experience fewer flooding incidents these days. — ZHAFARAN NASIB/The Star
Indrani says the last time her house was flooded was during a funeral prayer ceremony on Thursday.
Khatijah says despite building a small wall at her house entrance, water still comes in from the back of the house and through small gaps.
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