DBKL to know next year if underground storage flood solution is feasible


Several roads in Kuala Lumpur, including Jalan Raja, were flooded on April 25. — Filepic

Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will find out next year if it can proceed with plans to build underground water storage as a flood mitigation measure in the capital.

Mayor Datuk Seri Mahadi Che Ngah said a consultant had been appointed to look into its feasibility as well as identify suitable locations for such facilities.

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