40kph limit introduced at Federal Highway motorcycle crash site, lane resurfaced
KUALA LUMPUR: The motorcycle lane on the Federal Highway heading towards Klang, where several riders crashed at the same location, will be resurfaced and fitted with a 40kph speed sign.
The Federal Highway motorcycle lane near Klang, where several riders collided at the same point, will be resurfaced and a 40kph speed limit sign will be installed, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi announced. The Public Works Department (PWD) initially patched damaged sections of the road and installed a "Slow Down" sign as a temporary safety measure.
Skid tests were conducted in both dry and wet conditions to assess the surface's effectiveness. Subsequent works will include milling and paving the road, followed by the installation of the 40kph advisory speed sign, he said in a Facebook post. Preliminary reports indicate the lane's colored surface was applied as an anti-skid treatment, but it was slightly wet during the accidents, leading to multiple motorcycle crashes.
The PWD has been directed to conduct a thorough technical investigation into the incident, examining factors such as skid resistance, road condition, potential contamination, and work quality. Nanta emphasized that the investigation will consider all possible contributing factors, and if weaknesses are found in materials, workmanship, design, or maintenance, appropriate corrective actions will be taken.
The minister expressed sympathy to the affected motorcyclists and stressed that the safety of regular road users remains a priority. A viral video showed several motorcycles on the Federal Highway lane, with riders seen on the roadside. The video appeared to show the lane as wet, with other motorcyclists slowing down when passing through the area.
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