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Malaysia: Authorities asked to check buildings in landslide risk areas

Source(s): Malaysian National News Agency/ Bernama
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The Cabinet has directed local authorities to examine existing buildings and those under construction in areas at high risk of landslides, reports Bernama, further to the recent double landslide incident that hit an orphanage in Hulu Langat killing 15 children and one adult.

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Hazards Landslide
Themes Risk identification and assessment Urban risk and planning Structural safety
Country and region Malaysia

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