High-rise building blamed for landslide
> Hillslope development could have triggered second incident in six years: Residents
KUALA LUMPUR: A high-rise building on a hillslope may be the cause of the second landslide in six years in Jalan Medang Tanduk, Bukit Bandaraya, Bangsar which occurred at about midnight on Saturday.
Residents in Jalan Medang Tanduk are concerned that development in the area without proper drainage could cause worse scenarios during downpours.
Declining to be named, a resident living closest to the landslide, said he had complained to Kuala Lumpur City Hall when the first landslide occurred in August 2011.
“A similar landslide occurred six years ago when a new development project commenced on the hillslope.
“This is the second time this is happening. We were not happy about the project and we complained to City Hall. But now we are still seeing the construction going on.
“When the authorities approve hillslope development without proper drainage, we fear such incidents will recur.”
Another resident said the authorities should act fast to prevent a recurrence.
“Generally the land here is more stable than other hilly residential areas in the city but for a landslide to happen here like this, it’s a serious matter.”
Jalan Mendang Tanduk, which was closed, was reopened to traffic at 10am yesterday after workers cleared the debris.