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Clogged drains cause flash flood at new bypass road
February 5, 2022 9:50 PM
GEORGE TOWN: Flash floods hit a short stretch of the recently-opened Bukit Kukus bypass road today after scupper drains became clogged with dried leaves and rubbish following heavy rain.
The Relau-bound stretch of the road was under about a foot of water at 6.15pm today. A video clip posted by a passing motorist showed a car stuck in the water after it waded through the flood, while a motorcycle was seen making a detour in the wrong direction.
Council workers were seen clearing and removing the debris from the affected section and a Penang Island City Council spokesman said water was able to flow out of the drains after the clean-up.
Last month, piles of litter were spotted along the bypass road just two weeks after it opened, prompting the council to plead to road users to stop littering.
The council spokesman said cleaners cleared the drains regularly and inspected them after the last heavy rainfall.
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Husna Halim
January 24, 2022
Roughly two weeks ago, Penangites were overjoyed to know that Malaysia’s Highest Elevated Highway, Jalan Bukit Kukus (Pulau Pinang) officially opened for traffic. However, fast forward to the present, clutters of rubbish were found along the famed highway.
Piles Of Litter Spotted At Jalan Bukit Kukus (Pulau Pinang) After Two Weeks Of Operation
Knowing that Malaysia’s Highest Elevated Highway is located in Penang, it is only natural that the public would’ve wanted to take a look at the wonder themself. And if possible, snap a photo or two to admire it. Even so, not everyone shares the same sentiment. Shared on Facebook by Mfadzil Fbo were photos of Penang’s newest pride. But unlike many other scenic photos taken, the post revealed that the road has already attracted litterbugs.
The New Road Is Turning Into A Popular Hangout Spot
According to netizens, a lot of people are hanging out along the side of that road. Some may even leave a few garbage behind as they move. Among the garbage spotted there are cigarette butts, food wrappings, and plastic cups.
https://penangfoodie.com/malaysias-highest-elevated-highway-cluttered-with-litter/
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