SWCorp collects more than 12,800 tonnes of flood waste across seven states


ALOR SETAR: The Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) has collected over 12,800 tonnes of flood-related waste across seven states from Nov 28 to Dec 11, 2024.

Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu, stated that the cleanup spanned 45 areas in the states of Kedah, Perlis, Pahang, Johor, Melaka, Negri Sembilan, and Kuala Lumpur, including Putrajaya.

“We aim to complete the cleanup by Dec 20 in these states that have adopted Act 672. With hope, there will be no further flood events,” she told reporters during a post-flood cleanup operation in Taman Aman on Sunday (Dec 15).

SWCorp Malaysia's chief executive officer, Khalid Mohamed, was also present at the event.

Aiman Athirah noted that in Kedah alone, 730.03 tonnes of flood waste had been gathered from 19 locations in Alor Setar and 10 in Kubang Pasu. The collected waste was then transported to the Jabi disposal centre.

The operation utilised 79 mini armrolls, 13 backhoe loaders, one water jetter, and an ultrawhack to ensure efficient waste removal.

"SWCorp has also instructed E-Idaman to place 171 waste bins, including 71 units with a 1,100l capacity, 95 units (240l), two units (660l), and three Roro bins at 58 temporary relief centres in Kedah, with daily waste collection," she added.

After visiting Taman Aman to personally oversee the cleanup efforts, she urged residents to take responsibility for managing their waste and ensuring cleanliness in their surroundings in the aftermath of the floods. – Bernama

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