‘Act fast to prevent floods in JB’


On Aug 2, the parking area of the Sultanah Aminah Hospital was inundated. – THOMAS YONG/The Star

The authorities have been urged to act quickly to prevent flash floods after several parts of Johor Baru city were inundated following a downpour on Aug 2.

Green Earth Society Johor advisor Joel Lawrence Jayasunthar said the existing drainage network, especially in the central business district, was struggling to cope with heavier rainfall in recent times.

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