FT Ministry, DBKL studying options to resolve flash floods in KL, says deputy minister


A file picture of Jalan Kuching during the flash floods on April 26. - Photo courtesy of ITIS DBKL's Facebook page

KUALA LUMPUR: The Federal Territories Ministry will meet with Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) to find the best solutions to resolve flash flooding in the capital city after several areas were inundated on Monday (March 7).

Its deputy minister, Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias said the ministry was taking the matter seriously as flash floods occurred in several areas after only two hours of continuous rain, submerging vehicles as floodwaters rose rapidly.

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