Flood risk persists in Sungai Kandis despite RM39.1 million mitigation project

Despite the implementation of a RM39.1 million flood mitigation project, the Sungai Kandis area in Klang, Selangor, continues to be vulnerable to flooding. Wan Dzahanurin Ahmad, the assemblyman for Sungai Kandis, highlighted that residential areas situated in low-lying zones are still experiencing inundation.

The ongoing flood risk persists even though significant upgrades to the local drainage and canal systems are underway. These efforts, part of the larger mitigation project, have already seen RM27.94 million invested in improving infrastructure.

The project, initiated last year, involves extensive work by the Selangor Drainage and Irrigation Department (JPS). This includes multiple phases of clearing and upgrading 21.7 kilometers of drains and canals, aiming to enhance the area's resilience against heavy rainfall and potential overflow.

Residents in the affected areas continue to face disruptions due to the recurring floods, underscoring the challenges in fully mitigating the impact of severe weather events in the region. The effectiveness and completion timeline of the ongoing upgrades remain critical for the community's long-term safety and stability.