THE massive and sudden flooding in Yan, Kedah on Aug 18, which left three people dead, is another reminder of the urgent need to preserve the natural environment.
The floods and landslides were triggered by an upstream water rush phenomenon at the waterfall area near Gunung Jerai. The affected residents described the water surge as a dam bursting or mini-tsunami due to the rapid flow of water, mud, debris, fallen logs and other waste materials.
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