A ONE-METRE deep sinkhole appeared near the entrance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)’s Bunga Raya Complex earlier today.
The Works Ministry confirmed in a Facebook post today that the sinkhole formed near the FT26 route at the entrance of the Bunga Raya Complex.
The complex is used by VIP guests and dignitaries when boarding or departing flights at KLIA.
In the ministry’s statement, the sinkhole, estimated to be 5.4 metres (m) wide and approximately one metre deep, occurred at the paved area between the entrance and exit of the complex.
"An inspection revealed a sewage manhole belonging to KLIA near the sinkhole. It is suspected that a sewage pipe leak may have caused the sinkhole.
“The road is accessible to all vehicles. However, a traffic management plan in the sinkhole area has been implemented,” the statement said," it said in the post.
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) is currently investigating a sewage pipe which is suspected to be leaking, and to determine whether this could be the cause of the sinkhole, said the Works Ministry.
Other steps taken include site monitoring and inspection by relevant authorities, it added.
A detailed report will be issued by MAHB after the investigation is completed. - September 25, 2024
