August 23rd 2024.
According to Malaysian authorities, a woman was walking on a pavement in the bustling city centre of Kuala Lumpur when she suddenly fell into a deep sinkhole that had caved in. It was a terrifying experience for the 48-year-old tourist from India, who was then believed to have been swept away by an underground water current. The incident occurred in the Dang Wangi area, and eyewitnesses reported seeing the ground collapse beneath her.
Local police chief Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman explained that the incident happened in a matter of seconds, leaving the woman trapped underground. Despite the efforts of rescuers, who quickly arrived at the scene and barricaded the area, there was no sign of the victim. They even used an excavator to clear the debris in the sinkhole, but the woman remained missing. When asked about her condition and the cause of the incident, Sulizmie declined to comment.
Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Mohamad Isa added that there was a strong water flow underground, which could have swept the woman away. He was quoted by a national news agency as saying that the search for the victim required careful planning due to the involvement of public infrastructure. Shutting down pipes or drains could potentially cause flooding in the area, so they had to proceed with caution. Rusdi emphasized the importance of not acting recklessly in such situations.
According to Rusdi, there was a similar incident in the same location last year, where a soil slip was reported but promptly fixed. He also mentioned that traders in the area were advised to temporarily close for safety reasons. The woman had been in Malaysia with her husband and friends for a vacation, and they were scheduled to return home on Saturday. As the search for her continues, authorities are working diligently to ensure her safe return.
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