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Malaysia: 'Cut the rubbish and prevent floods'

Source(s): AsiaOne, Singapore Press Holdings
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According to AsiaOne, Malaysians can help prevent floods during the monsoon season just by throwing rubbish responsibly. Mercy Malaysia Disaster Risk Reduction department head Puteri Yusof said that climate change and rapid urbanisation called for a greater need for preparedness. "If you live in a flood-prone area, such as a lowland, take measures to elevate your house. If there is a river nearby that always overflows, deepen it and make sure it is clear of trash," she said.

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Hazards Flood
Themes Urban risk and planning Disaster risk management Structural safety
Country and region Malaysia

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