Sabahans in flood-prone areas urged to listen to authorities


KOTA KINABALU: As the state works toward a holistic solution to Sabah’s flood woes, villagers are urged to cooperate with authorities when told to relocate or refrain from building homes on land reserves meant for drainage and other infrastructure.

Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan (pic) said of the recent floods in Penampang, Putatan, Kota Kinabalu and other areas, it was clear that existing flood mitigation studies needed to be updated while mitigation projects must be done.

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