Timah Tasoh losing its lustre


Irrigation: A worker preparing to pump water out of Timah Tasoh Lake for the fields. — Bernama

PADANG BESAR: Activities around the Timah Tasoh Lake such as industrial, agricultural, quarrying and municipal work have contributed to the water and environmental quality of the man-made lake, located about 17km from Kangar town.

Although water and environmental pollution in the catchment is not yet at a serious level, it could get worse – unless the authorities make an effort to preserve the lake which has been the heartbeat of the integrated agricultural development and flood control here.

Get 30% off with our ads free Premium Plan!

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM9.73 only

Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month
RM8.63/month

Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters.

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!
   

Next In Nation

Driver honoured by police for brave actions in preventing lorry accident on highway
Customs foil attempt to smuggle 81kg of drugs worth RM2.6mil
Penang records high tourist arrivals, hotel bookings during holiday seasons
TNB assures no electricity tariff hike for 85% of domestic users
22 arrested over lawyer's assault in Persiaran Karpal Singh
Lucky Pick tickets turn dreams into reality with over RM29mil in winnings
UPNM bullying case: Court sets Feb 4 for mention
Justice for Kutty: NGO seeks witnesses to killing of stray dog with bow and arrow
Domestic violence victim speaks up, urges others not to suffer in silence
Woman left injured and traumatised after alleged stalker attempts abduction outside Johor spa

Others Also Read