August 23rd 2024.
According to Malaysian police, a woman had a terrifying experience when she fell into a sinkhole that was eight meters deep in the bustling city centre of Kuala Lumpur. The pavement underneath her gave way, causing her to plunge into the ground. It was then reported that she was swept away by an underground water current.
This alarming incident took place in the Dang Wangi area of Kuala Lumpur. Local police chief Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman shared that based on eyewitness accounts, the woman was simply walking along the pavement when the ground suddenly collapsed beneath her. The victim, a 48-year-old tourist from India, was identified by authorities.
Rescue efforts were quickly mobilized, with part of the area being blocked off and an excavator being used to clear the debris in the sinkhole. However, despite their best efforts, there was still no sign of the victim. When questioned about the condition of the woman or the cause of the incident, Sulizmie chose not to comment.
Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Mohamad Isa also weighed in on the situation, stating that there was a strong water flow underground and it was possible that the woman had been swept away by it. He was quoted by the national news agency Bernama as saying that the search for the victim required careful planning due to the involvement of public infrastructure. He explained that shutting down pipes or drains in the area could potentially lead to flooding, so they had to proceed with caution.
Rusdi also revealed that there had been a previous incident of soil slip in the same location last year, but it had been fixed. As a precaution, traders in the area were advised to temporarily close their shops for safety reasons. The victim, who had been in Malaysia for the past two months with her husband and friends, was due to return home on Saturday, according to Rusdi.
The entire situation is a harrowing reminder of the unpredictable nature of the earth and the importance of taking precautions to ensure our safety. Our thoughts are with the victim and her loved ones during this difficult time.
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