Skilful engineering could shield KL against sinkholes, say experts


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PETALING JAYA: While Kuala Lumpur is a safe place to live in, construction in limestone areas should be designed through proper engineering to prevent sinkholes, says Malaysian Geotechnical Society (MGS) immediate past president Lee Peir Tien.

“Construction in limestone areas can lead to sinkholes if not properly designed and treated,” he said.

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