{
  "id": 18240745,
  "title": "80 per cent of flooding problems in Ayer Limau resolved, says BN candidate",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/80-per-cent-of-flooding-problems-in-ayer-limau-resolved-says-bn",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T03:46:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/11/1571262/80-cent-flooding-problems-ayer-limau-resolved-says-bn-candidate"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In Ayer Limau, 80% of flooding issues have been successfully resolved after substantial mitigation efforts following the 2021 floods that impacted over 600 homes. Barisan Nasional candidate Datuk Hameed Mytheen Kunju Basheer, who has prioritized flood control since his election as an assemblyman in 2021, has undertaken several projects to enhance the drainage and irrigation systems, with an estimated budget of RM6 million to RM7 million. The initiatives include enlarging 11 out of 14 identified culverts and ongoing construction of others, aiming to boost water flow and capacity, especially during heavy rainfall. Should the existing measures prove insufficient, Hameed mentioned the possibility of land acquisition to widen the drainage system. The government is also exploring the construction of retention ponds to manage excess water during intense rainfall. The tender process for addressing flooding near the Lubok China roundabout has concluded, with the final contract awarded by the end of this year. The project is anticipated to commence at the year's end and conclude by the end of 2027. Hameed expressed his intent to continue prioritizing flood mitigation if reelected in Melaka's election on November 14, alongside efforts to create recreational spaces for the youth and broaden education and spiritual programs to cultivate a better future generation. His opponent in the Melaka election is Pakatan Harapan candidate Major (Rtd) Jaini Dimon.",
  "summary": "MASJID TANAH: About 80 per cent of flooding problems in Ayer Limau have been resolved following mitigation efforts after major floods affected more than 600 houses in the area in 2021.",
  "key_points": [
    "80% of Ayer Limau's flooding problems resolved post-2021 floods",
    "BN candidate Hameed Mytheen Kunju Basheer prioritizes flood control",
    "RM6 million to RM7 million budget for drainage and irrigation projects"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Targeted infrastructure upgrades and drainage expansions represent a significant shift toward proactive flood mitigation that positions local leadership's performance as a central theme for the upcoming Melaka election.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Vibes",
        "title": "Ayer Keroh voters deserve answers on candidate's 2023 court case, says PH",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/ayer-keroh-voters-deserve-answers-on-candidates-2023-court-case-says",
        "published": "2026-11-05T04:50:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}