Deepen rivers in Membakut to mitigate floods

3 Dec 2020 • 11:05 AM MYT
Daily Express
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MEMBAKUT: The Sabah Ethnic Association (Presbah) is urging the Drainage and Irrigation Department (DID) to initiate river-deepening projects here to mitigate flood risks. 

Its President Yahya Ahmad said this follows the residents’ growing concern regarding floods, especially in low-lying areas, given Sabah’s current rainy season and erratic weather.

Yahya believes the recurring floods are attributed to an inefficient drainage system and non-smooth flow of waters.

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