KOTA TINGGI: Poor maintenance of a retention pond and inadequate drainage capacity have been blamed for recurring flash floods along Jalan Johor Baru-Kota Tinggi here.
Tiram assemblyman Datuk Abdul Halim Suleiman said the flooding had disrupted traffic, particularly during peak hours, and posed safety risks to motorists.
He said an inspection found that a retention pond built by a developer near a petrol station had not been properly maintained and could no longer cope with heavy rain.
"The pond needs to be deepened and cleared. The developer has agreed to begin the work within a week," he said after inspecting the affected stretch yesterday with representatives from the developer, Public Works Department and local authorities.
