Sinkhole found in Bayan Lepas side lane, road closed six days


Workers putting up barriers at the site. - Photo courtesy of Sinar Harian

GEORGE TOWN: A side lane on Jalan Kenyalang 1 in Bayan Lepas, near here, will be closed for six days starting Monday (Jan 19) following the discovery of a sinkhole.

Penang Public Works Department (JKR) said the road closure will remain in effect until Jan 25 as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of road users.

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