KUALA LUMPUR — Authorities have ordered a month-long closure of a popular dining spot along Jalan Simpang Pulai–Cameron Highlands after a landslide risk was detected near the location, prompting serious safety concerns.
Perak Exco Datuk Seri Mohammad Nizar Jamaluddin confirmed that the Perak Forestry Department will serve the closure notice to the operator beginning tomorrow to allow a full safety investigation to be carried out.
He said the site, situated at Section 45.9 of Federal Route 185, was operating legally under a permit issued for a 0.4-hectare land lease valid until the end of 2025.
However, preliminary checks found that the slope area involved is not under JKR’s reserve area and that the land is reclaimed, making it highly susceptible to landslides.
“Taking into account the current conditions, JKR has advised that the premises be closed to avoid any potential incidents involving the public,” he said.
He clarified that enforcement of the closure falls under the responsibility of the Forestry Department and local councils.
Public anxiety grew after a viral drone video uploaded by TikTok user “Mummy Naura” showed visible soil movement and erosion beside the dining area.
Mohammad Nizar added that the landslide site is within Compartment 31 of the Bukit Kinta Forest Reserve and is located close to the affected eatery location.