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Retaining wall collapses in Bangsar, triggering landslide; road closed off

KUALA LUMPUR: Jalan Medang Tanduk in Bukit Bandaraya, Bangsar will be closed until further notice following a landslide after a hillslope retaining wall collapsed at 11.40pm last night.

A Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department spokesman said a report was received about the incident at 11.40pm.

"The situation is dangerous due to earth movement and stones falling.

“Furthermore, there is construction work going on in the area involving a condominium project on top of the hill.

“However, there were no casualties," said the Department in a statement on Sunday morning.

The Department has informed residents at several housing estates situated near the location about the road closure.

Several agencies, including the Kuala Lumpur City Hall Emergency Unit, the police and the Fire and Rescue Department have been placed on alert to monitor the situation. – BERNAMA

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