THE Kuala Lumpur City Hall will review the terms under the development order before issuing them to developers to prevent flash floods in the capital.

Kuala Lumpur Mayor Nor Hisham Ahmad Dahlan said all developers should ensure the drainage system near their construction site is always in good condition.

“We will review the terms (before we approve the development order) so that the contractor ensures the utilities are not neglected during construction,” he told reporters after a programme today.

The Bubur Asyura programme was organised by the Setiawangsa Residents Representative Council in collaboration with the Federal Territories Ministry and City Hall.

Meanwhile, Nor Hisham said City Hall also planned to expand and deepen the flood pools in the capital with suitable areas being identified.

“For new housing areas, we will ensure contractors provide flood reservoirs for their construction areas. Although it entails high costs, it is in the public’s interest,” he said.

Nor Hisham also urged the public not to throw garbage in the drains and drainage areas.

“This is because Kuala Lumpur is ours, if it’ss not us who take care of it, then who else?” he asked.

Heavy rains on September 10 had caused five areas in the capital to be hit by flash floods – Lebuh Ampang in the city centre, Jalan Raja Alang (Kg Baru), Lorong Air Leleh (Setapak), as well as Jalan Gurney and Jalan San Ah Wing (Semarak), with water levels reaching up to 3m.

A total of 15 victims who were stuck in the floods on Jalan Gurney and Kg Periuk on Jalan Raja Alang, were rescued by fire and rescue personnel. – Bernama, September 14, 2020.