Smart Tunnel closed: flood system activated amid continuous rain

25 May 2022 • 1:33 PM MYT
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[UPDATED] SMART Tunnel reopens to users as floodwaters recede

KUALA LUMPUR – The Smart Tunnel is closed to users now as part of its flood mitigation system since it has been raining in the Klang Valley since the wee hours of this morning.

The closure was implemented as of 12.28pm, according to its official Twitter account.

Meanwhile, several locations in the capital are experiencing rising waters, with netizens taking to social media to share videos and images of their areas.

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Picture of Masjid Jamek area, taken from Menara Agrobank, 10 minutes apart. Water levels rose rapidly during the non-stop rain. – Mohammad Ashraf Rozani @masyrafr Twitter pic, May 25, 2022

The Vibes has received reports from readers of waters rising near Masjid Jamek here.

Meanwhile, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) Transportation Management Centre tweeted that Jalan Ampang to Jalan Dang Wangi is inundated.

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Flash floods are appearing in different areas in Klang Valley, causing traffic disruptions and road closure. Police officers are assisting public vehicles in affected areas. – PDRM pic, May 25, 2022

– The Vibes, May 25, 2022

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