Five Days On, Search Operations Continue for Indian Woman Who Fell into Kuala Lumpur Sinkhole
A 48-year-old woman from Andhra Pradesh has been missing since Friday after falling into a sinkhole in the Malaysian capital.
Search operations continued on Wednesday, but officials have yet to find any trace of the woman.
The woman, identified as Vijayaletchumy, was walking with her family through an area in front of the Malayan Railway headquarters when the pavement collapsed.
She fell into a sinkhole that was about 3 feet wide and 6 feet deep, according to The Star.
Rescue workers have been searching for the woman since Friday, but have not been able to locate her.
The search operation is being led by the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia, with assistance from the police and the Malaysian Red Crescent.
The Indian High Commission in Kuala Lumpur is also providing assistance to the woman's family.
The woman's disappearance has raised concerns about the safety of pedestrians in Kuala Lumpur.
The city has a number of old and dilapidated buildings, and there have been several cases of sinkholes opening up in recent years.
The Kuala Lumpur City Hall has said that it is aware of the problem and is taking steps to address it.
The city has begun a program to inspect and repair old buildings, and it is also working to improve the drainage system.
The city has also installed warning signs in areas where there is a risk of sinkholes.
However, experts say that more needs to be done to ensure the safety of pedestrians.
They say that the city needs to invest in a more comprehensive inspection and repair program, and it also needs to do more to educate the public about the risks of sinkholes.
What to do if you see a sinkhole
- Stay away from the sinkhole.
- Call the police or fire department.
- Do not attempt to cross the sinkhole.
- If you see someone who has fallen into a sinkhole, call for help and try to keep them calm.
How to avoid sinkholes
- Be aware of the areas where sinkholes are common.
- Avoid walking on or near old or dilapidated buildings.
- Be careful when walking in areas where there has been heavy rain.
- If you see a warning sign about a sinkhole, do not ignore it.
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