Urgent call for tree management in Penang


WEATHER forecasts predict that parts of Malaysia will experience four to six heavy rain episodes between November 2024 and March 2025. Tropical storms, flooding and droughts are becoming more frequent and less predictable, deviating from the usual seasonal norms. In light of this, the Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) urges the government to adopt proactive, preventive measures, especially regarding tree planting and maintenance.

The storms that swept through the northern peninsula on Sept 15 and 18, leaving a trail of destruction, serve as a stark reminder of the urgent need to rethink how to reduce future storms’ impact.

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