KOTA KINABALU: A complete and comprehensive plan is urgently needed to address long-term flood mitigation in suburban Kolombong following repeated inundations during heavy downpours, says Inanam assemblyman Edna Majimbun.
Edna urged relevant local authorities and government departments to identify the root causes of the decades-old issue rather than relying on temporary fixes.
“The people of Kolombong have faced the same problem far too often. It is time to find a real solution, rather than merely responding after floods occur,” she said in a statement on Wednesday (Sept 23).
Her call follows the latest flash floods on Tuesday (Sept 22), when early morning torrential rains disrupted residents, road users, and daily economic activities in the area.
Edna stressed that authorities must thoroughly examine drainage capacity, water flow patterns, and infrastructure maintenance to formulate concrete preventive measures.
She also called for seamless coordination among the various agencies involved to clearly outline action plans and delegate responsibilities effectively.
"What is needed now is not merely temporary action whenever flooding occurs, but a concrete and well-planned solution," she added.
