‘Expedite Beaufort road repairs'
Published on: Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Published on: Tue, May 20, 2025
By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: The condition of the road is getting worse by day. BEAUFORT: Residents here want the relevant authorities to expedite repairs on Jalan Kg Balibata and Jalan Kg Binunuk that are severely eroded due to repeated floods. They worry that further disasters could completely cut off the vital link between the villages and Beaufort town. Resident, Johawalia Kimsin, told Daily Express that the government had already allocated RM5 million to a contractor for maintenance, but delays could prove disastrous. 'If the erosion worsens, the road may collapse entirely, making repairs even harder,' he said. The road is the only access route for villagers to reach Beaufort for essentials, school and medical care. A total collapse would isolate residents, including schoolchildren, pregnant women and emergency responders.
Advertisement Adding to the problem, heavy lorries continue to use the weakened road, accelerating the damage. Johawalia called on the Public Works Department to restrict heavy vehicles and ensure immediate repairs to safeguard the community. 'Without action, emergencies like fires or medical crises could turn deadly if rescue teams cannot get through,' he said. With flood risks looming, residents demand swift intervention to prevent a full road collapse, protecting thousands who rely on this critical lifeline. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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