DBKL launches measures to fight flash floods

Ready to act: Mahadi (centre) showing part of the flood action plan during the recent press conference. — LOW LAY PHON/The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: The massive flooding that caused thousands of motorists to be caught in a gridlock on KL roads on April 25, has led to 14 interim measures being launched to target 25 flash floodprone areas in the city.

Costing RM10mil, the project under the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will include hiring consultants to study the city’s drainage system as well as renting high-capacity pumps and lorry tankers.