Ipoh-Lumut Highway a hazard to motorists


The uneven surface and potholes on the Ipoh-Lumut Highway near the Silibin junction. There have been 19 serious accidents, including 17 deaths since 2015, says Cheah (Inset). — SAIFUL BAHRI/The Star

THE Ipoh-Lumut Highway is in a dire need of major upgrade.

Some parts of the road, especially the stretch within the Jelapang area, are dotted with potholes and have uneven surfaces, besides being dimly-lit.

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