A COMPREHENSIVE structural assessment will be carried out at Megah Rise Mall in Petaling Jaya, which saw a section of its ceiling collapse yesterday.  

PBB Properties, the firm in charge of the property, said repairs were also being carried out.

It alluded to strong winds and heavy rainfall as the cause of the incident that happened at about 3pm yesterday.

It said the ceiling of the car porch near the main entrance collapsed, resulting in minor injuries to three individuals. All three individuals have received medical attention.

“Our thoughts are with those affected by the incident. We are fully cooperating with all relevant authorities to manage the situation as swiftly as possible,” Low Eng Hooi, chief executive officer of PPB Properties, said in a statement.

“The safety and well-being of our customers, tenants and staff are always our top priority, and immediate measures were taken to ensure the safety of everyone present during the incident. The affected area was promptly evacuated, and debris has been cleared.

“We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused and appreciate your understanding and cooperation,” he added. 

Although the mall continues to operate as usual, the affected areas, which include the main entrance, adjacent pet-friendly lifts, and Kheng Wah Kopitiam, have been closed until further notice.

“A team of consultants have been engaged to conduct a comprehensive structural assessment and implement necessary repairs and reinforcements,” it said.

“Public safety is our priority. We are committed to implementing rigorous safety measures to protect our community and prevent similar incidents in future,” Low said. 

The mixed development project, including Megah Rise Residensi, a 39-storey luxury condominium, was launched by PPB Properties back in December 2022.

Earlier, a video showing a section of the ceiling collapsing went viral on social media .

The 37-second clip showed the quick actions of security guards in directing visitors to a safer location. – October 29, 2023.