Are residents in Kuala Langat directly affected by the bund bursts?

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Bund Bursts in Kuala Langat Do Not Directly Affect Residents

The Selangor Drainage and Irrigation Department has confirmed that overflowing river water due to the slight burst of two bunds in Kuala Langat has entered the drainage system but is not directly affecting residents. The situation is currently manageable, with the department actively pumping out the excess water using mobile pumps. Repair work on the affected bunds is underway and expected to be completed soon.
Repair Work Underway on Bunds

Two bunds in Kuala Langat experienced slight bursts, leading to river water overflow. These occurred at Kampung Rancangan Tanah Baharu (RTB) Bukit Changgang and Labohan Dagang. The Selangor Drainage and Irrigation Department has initiated immediate repair efforts.
Water Managed Within Drainage System

While the overflowing river water has entered the local drainage system, the department has stated that the situation remains manageable. Mobile pumps are being deployed to effectively manage and remove the excess water, preventing it from impacting the residential areas.
Emergency Personnel on Standby

In anticipation of potential eventualities, 150 personnel from various agencies were placed on standby since the previous day. This contingent includes members from the police, Malaysian Armed Forces, Fire and Rescue Department, Malaysian Civil Defence Force, Malaysian Volunteer Department, and the Kuala Langat Municipal Council.

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