KUALA LUMPUR — The discovery of a drowned man in Sungai Kandis concludes a demanding emergency operation triggered by a headwater surge that struck Sungai Klang near the city centre.
According to ACP Sazalee Adam, the search required coordinated work across agencies due to the river’s fast-moving currents, debris flow and reduced visibility. The team mapped and inspected a 20-kilometre stretch, using drones and rescue craft to locate possible clues.
The tragic incident involved 11 other people who narrowly escaped harm after being trapped beneath a bridge during the surge.
Authorities also recovered a Mitsubishi Pajero swept downstream, symbolising the force of the waters on the day of the incident.
The case underscores the increasing severity of flash surges in urban rivers and the importance of rapid multi-agency response systems.