KUCHING, Jan 15: Michael Kong Feng Nian, a special assistant to Sarawak Democratic Action Party (DAP) chairman Chong Chieng Jen, is urging Kuching Water Board (KWB) to take immediate action to address a burst water pipe along Jalan Tun Jugah here.
Kong said the water pipe, situated after the Federal Quarters and before the Kenyalang Flyover, is believed to have burst last Tuesday (Jan 9).
“Regrettably, there has been a noticeable lack of action to rectify the situation promptly,” he said in a statement issued today.
He added the lack of action from authorities has resulted in significant water wastage, which has contributed to non-revenue water.
“The resultant financial losses may in turn be used as justification to increase tariffs on the public, adversely affecting households and businesses alike.
“Moreover, residents in the vicinity have reported experiencing low water pressure since the incident, causing inconvenience to the public.
“The effectiveness of water supply is vital for daily activities, and the persistent low pressure exacerbates the challenges faced by the community.”
Kong said complaints have been forwarded to the relevant authorities, and he called upon KWB to take immediate and effective measures to address the water pipe burst.
“Timely intervention is crucial not only to minimise water wastage but also to restore normal water pressure for the affected residents.”
Also present at the location of the water pipe burst along Jalan Tun Jugah with Kong was Sim Kiat Leng, another special assistant to Chong. — DayakDaily
