KUALA LUMPUR: The landslide along Jalan Mahameru happened despite ongoing slope rehabilitation works by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) contractors, said its Public Works and Drainage Department director, Tan Keng Chok.
“Despite the continuous slope strengthening work at the site, the landslide was triggered by the movement of a soft layer of mud and sand due to heavy rain,” said Tan, who added that the poor drainage system at the site was another contributing factor.
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