Residents in low-lying areas fear recurrence despite fewer flood incidents now

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.