Arresting the landslide threat


Domino effect: Residents cleaning up after flash floods in Kampung Raja, Cameron Highlands, Pahang. The floods were believed to have resulted from the nearby Blue Valley landslide. — Photo courtesy of NGO Regional Environmental Awareness Cameron Highlands (Reach)

PETALING JAYA: A proper plan to tackle landslides by mapping risky areas should be drafted, says an engineering expert.Prof Dr Edy Tonnizam Mohamad of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) said such a plan must include the different risk factors such as drainage, debris flow, landslides, residential and economic aspects.

Prof Edy, who is also director of UTM’s Institute of Smart Infrastructure and Innovative Construction, called on the public, especially those living in high-risk areas, to be educated on the natural alarm system.

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