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The Star
01-08-2025
- Politics
- The Star
‘RM20bil plan needs local empowerment'
Parts of Taman Tampoi Indah 2, Johor Baru, experienced flooding back in March following continuous rain. — Filepic THE Federal Government's pledge to spend over RM20bil on 103 flood mitigation projects under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) has drawn support but with calls for stronger focus on prevention and community preparedness. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had said the allocation, through the Flood Mitigation Plan (RTB), would reduce flood risks and impacts. He said 103 RTB projects would be carried out, including at Sungai Langat and Sungai Buloh in Selangor, Sungai Golok in Kelantan, Sungai Gemencheh in Negri Sembilan, Sungai Baru in Melaka, Sungai Muar in Johor, and Sungai Pahang in Pahang, aside from Kuching, Sarawak. Urban planning and the nation's resilience against flood disasters, he said, would be strengthened by embedding disaster risk management plans in state and local structure plans, alongside early warning systems based on improved artificial intelligence. Global Environment Centre (GEC) Rivercare Programme manager Dr K. Kalithasan welcomed the scope of the plan. 'I have to admit, it is comprehensive. I was amazed that the Prime Minister covered most aspects of this flood issue, especially the three key strategies on mitigation, adaptation and governance,' he said. Kalithasan, however, said that while mitigation projects were well‑outlined, preventive measures were not given equal weight. Kalithasan says while agencies have produced flood hazard maps, the information rarely reaches communities most at risk. 'In Kuala Lumpur and other states, what we have heard lately is of former mining lands being reclaimed for development. 'Water needs space. If we don't preserve lakes and ponds as natural catchments, floods will inevitably encroach into housing areas, highways and other places,' he said. While agencies have produced flood hazard maps, he said the information rarely reached the communities most at risk. 'The government must empower communities with flood hazard maps, clear information on relief centres and safe evacuation routes. 'Otherwise, no matter how good the infrastructure is, the people won't be ready when disaster strikes,' said Kalithasan. Ijok resident Wong Shun Jek said the flood mitigation efforts were encouraging, but he also hoped to see more information shared with local communities. 'Employing artificial intelligence is a good idea and I think the Government has done well to incorporate that into mitigation planning,' he said. 'With almost everyone owning a smartphone, we should have real-time information for when there are potential disasters. 'Such alert systems are used in other countries, so hopefully we can have that here too,' said Wong.
Borneo Post
31-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
RM31 mln flood mitigation plan, early warning system underway for Miri, says MP
Chiew speaks when debating in Parliament earlier this year. MIRI (July 31): Several key flood mitigation projects are currently being carried out in the Miri parliamentary constituency to address recurring flood issues, said Miri MP Chiew Choon Man. Chiew, in a statement today, said the initiatives were part of the government's broader efforts following major floods in Sarawak earlier this year. 'In the current parliamentary sitting, I submitted a question to the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (Petra) regarding flood mitigation plans for Miri and follow-up actions after the recent floods,' he said. He said in its reply, the ministry informed that the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) is implementing several key initiatives. Among them is the Flood Mitigation Plan (RTB) for the Miri River Basin, currently underway with an allocation of RM31 million. The project is scheduled for completion in January 2026. In addition, the Flood Forecasting and Warning Programme (PRAB) is being rolled out in phases across Sarawak. 'PRAB Phase 2, which covers two major river basins in the state, is expected to be completed by 2028, while Phase 3 – involving 19 major river basins including Miri – is set to begin in March 2026,' he said. While welcoming the ministry's comprehensive plans, Chiew cautioned that successful outcomes would depend on timely execution, adequate funding, and close coordination between federal, state, and local authorities. 'I will continue to engage with the relevant agencies to monitor progress and ensure these projects deliver tangible benefits to the people of Miri,' he said. Chiew also emphasised the need for close stakeholder cooperation to make Miri a safer, more resilient, and liveable city. Chiew Choon Man flood mitigation plan miri
The Sun
07-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Hulu Langat flood mitigation project enters detailed design phase
SHAH ALAM: The Selangor State Legislative Assembly received an update on the progress of the Hulu Langat Flood Mitigation Project Phase 2, which has now entered the detailed design phase. State Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Datuk Izham Hashim confirmed that the project will proceed to land acquisition and utility relocation once the design is finalised, with physical construction expected to commence in 2027. The project spans multiple areas, including Kajang town, Kampung Sungai Serai, Kampung Sungai Lui, Kampung Dusun Tua, Taman Sri Nanding, Taman Sri Jelok, and Kampung Sungai Kantan. Key components involve river deepening, embankment construction, water gate installation, pump systems, and water retention ponds. Datuk Izham provided these details in response to an oral question from Datuk Johan Abd Aziz (BN-Dusun Tua) regarding the status of the flood mitigation plan. The initiative falls under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) and includes Phase 2, Package 1 of the Sungai Langat Flood Mitigation Plan in Hulu Langat District, backed by a RM512 million budget allocation. - Bernama
New Straits Times
05-05-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Flash floods: Selangor govt to expedite 17 mitigation projects
KLANG: The Selangor government has identified 17 urgent projects that need to be implemented in the administrative area of the Royal Klang City Council (MBDK) in an effort to overcome the problem of continuous flooding in the area. State Infrastructure and Agriculture Exco Datuk Izham Hashim said the projects would be implemented in 13 identified hotspots, including Meru and Pandamaran. He said the projects to be implemented include drain widening works, installation of culverts for waterways, upgrading bridges involving village areas as well as pocket development. "Some of these projects will be started as early as this week and are expected to be completed by October, with an estimated RM3 million allocated for the implementation of these 17 immediate projects. "The implementation of these 17 projects will be brought to the Selangor Economic Action Meeting (MTES) within two weeks from now there are several projects involving the implementation of state government policies," he told reporters after chairing a Meeting to Discuss Infrastructure Progress for MBDK's supervised areas at the MBDK Headquarters here today. Izham said all the projects would be coordinated by the Selangor Irrigation and Drainage Department (DID) in collaboration with several other agencies including MBDK and the Public Works Department (PWD). He said the projects were an effort by the state government to reduce flood incidents, especially flash floods which frequently occur while waiting for the Flood Mitigation Plan in the Klang area to be fully completed. Apart from the immediate measures project, a total of 15 medium-and long-term flood mitigation projects involving the federal government were also implemented with funds of nearly RM45 million, he said. Meanwhile, Izham said DID also identified more than 300 unmanned catchment ponds and was one of the factors that caused floods to occur due to improper maintenance. He said following this, DID was in the process of taking over the ponds in stages and currently, about 55 ponds have been taken over.
The Sun
05-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Selangor govt to expedite 17 projects to overcome continuous flash floods
KLANG: The Selangor government has identified 17 urgent projects that need to be implemented in the administrative area of the Royal Klang City Council (MBDK) in an effort to overcome the problem of continuous flooding in the area. State Infrastructure and Agriculture Exco Datuk Izham Hashim said the projects would be implemented in 13 identified hotspots, including Meru and Pandamaran. He said the projects to be implemented include drain widening works, installation of culverts for waterways, upgrading bridges involving village areas as well as pocket development. 'Some of these projects will be started as early as this week and are expected to be completed by October with an estimated RM3 million allocated for the implementation of these 17 immediate projects. 'The implementation of these 17 projects will be brought to the Selangor Economic Action Meeting (MTES) within two weeks from now there are several projects involving the implementation of state government policies,' he said. He said this to reporters after chairing a Meeting to Discuss Infrastructure Progress for MBDK's supervised areas at the MBDK Headquarters here today. Izham said all the projects would be coordinated by the Selangor Irrigation and Drainage Department (DID) in collaboration with several other agencies including MBDK and the Public Works Department (PWD). He said all the projects were an effort by the state government to reduce flood incidents, especially flash floods which frequently occur while waiting for the Flood Mitigation Plan (RTB) in the Klang area to be fully completed. Apart from the immediate measures project, a total of 15 medium-and long-term flood mitigation projects involving the federal government were also implemented with funds of nearly RM45 million, he said. Meanwhile, Izham said DID also identified more than 300 unmanned catchment ponds and was one of the factors that caused floods to occur due to improper maintenance. Izham said following this, DID was in the process of taking over the ponds in stages and currently, about 55 ponds have been taken over.
