AUTHORITIES have urged residents of Block C, Low-cost Taman United Apartments in Seputeh to heed evacuation orders after a landslide and slope collapse behind the block yesterday, yet some occupants remain in their homes, raising concerns over safety.
Seputeh Member of Parliament Teresa Kok visited the site over the past two days to oversee the response and ensure the welfare of the residents.
She confirmed that the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) had ordered all units at risk to be vacated to prevent any further incidents.
“I want to appeal to all residents of Block C, Taman United, to follow DBKL’s instructions for their own safety,” Teresa Kok told reporters during her inspection. “DBKL has also opened a temporary evacuation centre at the Seri Petaling Community Centre to accommodate affected residents.”
The MP added that basic necessities, including food, tents, and essential facilities, have been provided since last night.
“DBKL, together with my representatives, went to the community centre, set up tents, and ensured that food and all basic requirements for the residents were met,” she said.
Geotechnical experts from the Selangor Department of Minerals and Geoscience (JMG), led by Director Tuan Rusli Tuan Mohamed, will conduct detailed assessments to determine the cause of the slope movement and recommend necessary remedial measures.
Teresa explained that preliminary findings suggest the collapse occurred because a retaining wall at the base of the slope failed to withstand lateral soil pressure after heavy rainfall led to water accumulation, increasing hydrostatic pressure.
Additional factors include large trees on the slope, whose roots compromised structural integrity.
“While a full assessment is still ongoing, buffer zones have helped mitigate the immediate impact,” she said.
“Over the next week or two, JMG and other agencies will need to carry out detailed soil analyses to determine the next steps. Cooperation from residents during this period is vital for everyone’s safety.”
Teresa also called on DBKL to consider slope stability carefully before approving future high-capacity projects in the area.
The landslide prompted evacuation orders for two apartment blocks comprising 104 units at Taman United, following reports of slope movement.
The Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Operations Centre received alerts at 11.02am, dispatching a team of 11 personnel and two fire engines from the Seputeh Fire and Rescue Station.
Teresa reiterated that the retaining wall was not reinforced, which contributed to its failure under prolonged pressure, particularly after heavy rains. Water accumulation generated hydrostatic pressure that ultimately caused the structure to break and collapse.
She has also instructed immediate clearing operations, including the removal of large trees and debris, to reduce future risks and ensure proper drainage.
Yesterday alone, JBPM Kuala Lumpur received four reports of landslides and three reports of fallen trees across the city, highlighting the ongoing hazards posed by recent heavy rains. - November 25, 2025
