MARANG: The Works Ministry (KKR) recorded RM94.17mil in damage caused by floods in 2024, mostly involving infrastructure such as roads.
Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said most of the infrastructure damaged by last year’s floods has been repaired, including in Terengganu (RM22.13mil), Kelantan (RM20.38mil) and Perak (RM33.4mil).
"This shows that the government is always concerned about areas affected by the Northeast Monsoon (MTL) and recent floods. We have extended assistance, and whatever needed repairs have been fixed,” he told reporters after inspecting the new Marang bridge upgrading project today.
He added that the ministry is also prepared for the upcoming MTL expected at the end of this year.
Among the preparations in place is a Disaster Operations Room to receive information and respond to complaints about flood-related infrastructure damage.
"This operations room is open year-round, but during the MTL season, we will intensify its activities. We will monitor all affected areas nationwide,” he said.
Meanwhile, Terengganu Infrastructure, Utilities and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Hanafiah Mat said nearly 90 per cent of roads in the state damaged by last year’s floods have been repaired by the federal government through the ministry.
"Only one road has yet to be repaired - a slope road in Bukit Besi (in Dungun). I understand the tender for that repair work will be issued in two months. All the rest are in good shape,” he said.
He also expressed his appreciation to the Federal Government, particularly the Works Ministry, for carrying out the repairs and thanked Nanta for personally inspecting the progress of flood-affected infrastructure restoration. - Bernama
