MBKS, TM fix 6 missing manhole covers along Jln Pending

Six out of eight missing manhole covers on Jalan Pending, Kuching, have been replaced. Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng inspected the repairs alongside councillors and Telekom Malaysia officers. Wee commended Telekom Malaysia's quick response to the safety hazard and assured continued monitoring of missing manholes. The public is encouraged to report any uncovered or damaged manholes via the iPeople App, Talikhidmat, or by contacting MBKS directly.

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Fatimah inspects key devt projects in Dalat

Sarawak's Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Fatimah Abdullah, visited several development projects in Dalat to assess their progress. These included the Centexs Dalat campus for technical training, an organic fertilizer processing centre, and embankment projects at SK Kut Tengah and Muara Sungai Ud. The projects aim to improve education, promote sustainable agriculture, enhance infrastructure, and protect communities from flooding and erosion.

Pending rep urges MBKS to apologise, take responsibility for tagada ride incident at Kuching Fest

Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong called on Kuching South City Council (MBKS) to apologize and take responsibility for the tagada ride incident at Kuching Festival. Yong criticized MBKS for attempting to deflect blame and urged them to cover the medical expenses of the injured. She emphasized the need for thorough safety screenings for all festival activities and proper crowd control measures, highlighting the importance of DOSH safety certifications for amusement rides.

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Matang water main repairs halted due to technical issues, completion expected by early morning

Repair works on a major pumping main in Jalan Matang, Kuching, were temporarily halted due to technical difficulties, including dewatering issues and pipe dislocation. A separate incident involving a burst 750mm pumping main near Emart Moyan also occurred. Repairs are underway for both incidents, with estimated completion times varying. Residents in several areas may experience low water pressure or supply disruptions during the repair period.

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Stop low-cost mindset in safety measures, DAP man says after fatal manhole tragedy

Following the tragic death of a two-year-old child who fell into an uncovered drain in Sibu, Sarawak DAP committee member Stanley Chiew has expressed serious concerns about the continued presence of hazardous open drains. Chiew visited the site and found a lack of adequate safety measures, urging authorities to implement safer solutions immediately. He criticized the use of weak, low-load-bearing wooden composite boards as covers and stressed that public safety should be prioritized over cost. Chiew emphasized shared responsibility among relevant agencies and called for urgent action to prevent future tragedies.

Mayor: Tagada mishap at Kuching Fest caused by queue-cutters’ action

A preliminary investigation into the Kuching Festival tagada ride incident suggests that crowd control, not the ride itself, was the main issue. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng stated that visitors jumping the queue and pulling others into the waiting area caused an imbalance. Three individuals were injured and are recovering. The ride has been sealed off, and DOSH is investigating. The ride lacked a valid certificate of fitness and was unregistered, along with the Ferris wheel. DOSH denies prior inspection of either ride.

MBKS calls for collective effort to tackle manhole hazards

Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng is urging utility providers to address the dangerous issue of missing and open manholes throughout Kuching. Recent inspections revealed multiple unsecured manholes, posing risks to pedestrians and motorists. While MBKS maintains its own, some fall under the responsibility of Telekom Malaysia, Sarawak Energy Berhad, the Department of Irrigation and Drainage, and Kuching Water Board. MBKS has formally requested these agencies to take immediate action. The public is encouraged to report any hazardous manholes via Talikhidmat, the iPeople app, or by contacting MBKS directly.

Lane closures on NKVE – Aug 7, 11pm-5am Jln Duta to Bukit Lanjan for advertising gantry installation works