Dry spell may lead to water rationing


Government officials surveying the low water level at the Klang Gate Dam. The dam's capacity is at 58%, it's lowest level in recent memory. / Photo by: Ong Soon Hin.

KUALA LUMPUR: Dry days ahead may force the authorities to ration water supply to Selangor and the Klang Valley.

Energy, Green Technology and Water Minister Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid said the current water situation in the Klang Valley had reached the critical stage.

Subscribe or renew your subscriptions to win prizes worth up to RM68,000!

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Lifestyle , water , dry tap , hot weather

   

Next In Nation

Dr Wan Azizah proposes setting up of ‘cat houses’
Suspect from Esha cyberbullying case nabbed for similar offence, say cops
Sibu woman loses RM549,000 in online investment scam
Health Ministry plans to upgrade cardiothoracic centres across Malaysia
Misunderstanding leads to student brawl in Kota Kinabalu
26 squatter homes on Forestry Department land in Kunak demolished
Shorter working hours won’t affect productivity in public sector, says Cuepacs
New Village Expo in Ipoh sees a plethora of local products on display
PLUS highway lane width reduction does not involve Chinese New Year, Aidilfitiri for 2025, 2026
Sarikei police probe entry status of seven Indonesians who died in crash

Others Also Read