Landslide partially blocks Tapah-Cameron Highlands road
A landslide caused by heavy rain partially blocked the Tapah-Cameron Highlands road in Malaysia. Emergency services successfully cleared the debris, and no casualties were reported.
Why it matters
Landslides in this region are a recurring safety concern for commuters and highlight the impact of extreme weather on infrastructure.
IPOH: A landslide triggered by continuous heavy rain has blocked part of Jalan Tapah-Cameron Highlands near Batu 25 (Jalan Pahang), about 7km from Ringlet, Cameron Highlands.
Perak Fire and Rescue Department assistant director (operations) Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said they received a report at 3.12pm and personnel from the Tapah station were dispatched to the scene.
Firefighters arrived at 4.22pm and found that tree branches and rocks were blocking half the road but no casualties were reported.
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