Capacity of drains 'overwhelmed by intense rainfall' during Apr 30 flash floods in parts of Singapore: Masagos

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SINGAPORE: Flash floods were reported in several parts of Singapore on Apr 30, as 'intense rainfall' had overwhelmed the capacity of roadside ...

SINGAPORE: Flash floods were reported in several parts of Singapore on Apr 30, as"intense rainfall" had overwhelmed the capacity of roadside drains, said Environment and Water Resources Minister Masagos Zulkifli.Advertisement

Sennett Estate, which is located in his ward, was one of the areas affected "despite the drainage system being recently expanded", said Mr Sitoh. He also asked about PUB's plans to further tackle flash flooding. "These flood panels were used by one of the residents during the Apr 30 rainstorm, who found them effective in preventing water from entering his home," Mr Masagos said.PUB officers using the lever to extend the side panels of the Dam Easy Flood Panel to fit the doorframe.

Some of the works that have been completed include the S$27 million upgrading of the Tampines Canal, which stretches between Hougang Avenue 1 to Hougang Avenue 7. Due to be completed in 2021, it will further improve flood protection in the area, the minister said.

 

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oh yes , filled up the reservoir , we need water as this two months i have been using too much water washing my hands

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