JOHOR BARU: (Bernama) Johor Ruler Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar expresses his disappointment with sure quarters for throwing rubbish into drains and rivers, saying their actions had brought about flash floods within the metropolis of Johor Baru.
His Majesty stated investigations by the Johor Baru Metropolis Council (MBJB) discovered that flash floods which hit town final month had been on account of a clogged drainage system brought on by garbage and development waste.
The report and pictures of the MBJB investigation had been introduced to His Majesty by MBJB mayor Datuk Noorazam Osman on the Mados Workplace in Istana Bukit Pelangi, Johor Baru, lately.
“It’s due to the angle of some individuals who prefer to throw rubbish into rivers, ditches and drains. When it rains closely for a protracted interval, flash floods are inevitable.
“I’ve seen the images and video recordings proven by the Mayor of MBJB. There’s a lot rubbish thrown away together with mattresses, wooden and even fridges. It is extremely disappointing,” His Majesty stated in a publish on his official Fb web page Wednesday (Oct 20).
Sultan Ibrahim stated the general public ought to be extra accountable by not throwing garbage into drains or rivers.
“This can trigger floods,” His Majesty stated.
Earlier, the Johor Ruler had ordered the Johor Irrigation and Drainage Division and native authorities to conduct research in all areas the place flash floods occurred continuously in Johor.
In the meantime, Noorazam stated his staff had carried out cleansing work on the affected areas by clearing the waste in drains and ditches.
“MBJB has allotted RM6mil for river and drain upkeep yearly. The angle of a handful of our individuals is deeply regrettable.
“I’ve additionally visited flood hotspot areas to formulate complete options involving rapid, medium- and long-term options to beat the flood drawback,” Noorazam stated. – Bernama
