tags - Sinar Daily

It is time for the authorities, with the assistance of various experts, to study the underground risks and the interaction with utility or infrastructure systems, particularly in Kuala Lumpur, to reduce the risk of disasters and loss of life.

A 48-year-old Indian tourist has yet to be found after falling into a sinkhole in Kuala Lumpur last week. Photo by Bernama

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Sinkholes, such as those seen in Masjid India and much of Kuala Lumpur (KL), are often caused by natural factors, especially in regions with underlying limestone, a phenomenon observed globally. Bernama photo.

The government should take a more systematic approach to development, addressing both surface and underground conditions. Bernama FILE PIX

Kuala Lumpur remains safe and is not at risk of submersion, claims suggesting otherwise are exaggerated and unfounded. Bernama photo.

The sinkhole at Masjid India is an example of an anthropogenic sinkhole, resulting from human activities rather than natural processes. Bernama photo.

Sinkholes are sudden collapses in the ground caused by the erosion of soluble rocks, such as limestone, salt, or gypsum. - Photo by Bernama

Members of the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department and the Malaysian Civil Defence Force are actively continuing search and rescue (SAR) operations for the Indian national who was a victim of the sinkhole incident at Jalan Masjid India. Photo by Bernama

Fire and Rescue Department personnel actively working to rescue a tourist who fell into a sinkhole that opened up at her feet in Jalan Masjid India, today. - Photo by Bernama