GEORGE TOWN, December 9 – Pulau Tikus assemblyman Joshua Woo Sze Zeng has denied claims that the Penang government ignored Kampung Bagan Jermal residents affected by flash floods and structural cracks caused by the Water Body A Project.
Affirming that his team has been actively engaging with residents, the Penang City Council, DID, and Chief Minister Incorporated (CMI) since early 2025.
Woo outlined a series of proactive measures, including gotong-royong drain cleanups, technical discussions with project consultants, and monitoring of flood risks, while securing RM100,000 from DID for river upgrades next year.
He added that a hydrological study is ongoing, and a detailed investigation will determine the cause of house cracks, with full compensation pledged should the project be found responsible.
Emphasizing that the state government remains committed to addressing residents’ concerns and mitigating long-term flooding risks.
