Flooded area in Ipoh yesterday not within PLUS highway boundary 20 May 2021 / 22:38 H. Pix for representational purpose only.
IPOH: The road that was flooded near the Jalan Kuala Kangsar exit here that caused tens of vehicles to get stuck yesterday was not within the jurisdiction of PLUS Malaysia Berhad’s (PLUS) highway routes.
PLUS in a statement said that the road was along the Ampang – Jelapang on the Federal Route.
“The road is located next to PLUS’ direct route between South Ipoh and North Ipoh.
“PLUS would also like to inform that the direct route between South Ipoh and North Ipoh on the PLUS Expressway was unaffected by the flood, which occurred in the area beside the highway. All roads on the PLUS Expressway could be used by vehicles as usual,” the statement read.
Introduction
Located roughly halfway between Penang and Kuala Lumpur in Peninsular Malaysia, the city of Ipoh may lag in name recognition today to the formerly mentioned cities, but a century ago, it was the place to be.
Newly discovered tin deposits meant people were flooding into the area in droves seeking riches. It sparked a building boom which gave it a treasure trove of beautiful buildings that continue to draw people here despite the lack of mineral wealth in the present day. Its limestone karst scenery only adds to this destination’s appeal – slot 2-3 days for this spot before moving on to KL or Penang.
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MORE attractions in Ipoh are expected to be unveiled in 2021 to revitalise the city’s tourism industry.
Mayor Datuk Rumaizi Baharin said among projects currently being developed were a rose garden, an extreme park and an urban farm.
“We will have more products to be launched after Chinese New Year.
“We need to continue to be a vibrant city with more products so we can be among the top cities with tourist attractions in the country by 2025, ” he said.
Rumaizi said that like many other sectors, the tourism industry had been severely impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic and various efforts were being made to rejuvenate it and the economy.