It seems that there’s a change in Malaysia’s weather patterns, and flooding is getting worse, rendering data unreliable. What used to be 100-year floods may have to be redefined as 10-year floods. Flash floods are happening frequently, especially in urban areas, giving us little to no warning. So, to do our best to stay safe, here’s what to do when roads become rivers: 👇👇
Driving in the Flood:
Drive very slowly but always keep your car moving.
Drive using a lower gear.
Rev your engine while driving to prevent water from entering and seizing the engine.
Check your brakes at low water levels to make sure it’s still working.
Always turn on your headlights, foglamps and hazard lights.
Submerged / Affected Cars:
Say your car was partially submerged or affected by the floods, do not turn on your engine immediately.
Let your car dry out.
Examine your car thoroughly, especially the oil dipstick and air filters. If there’s water DO NOT TURN ON your engine.
Check your brake pads and coolant reservoir as they are easily contaminated and damaged by flood water.
Also, note down the location, time and date of floods, and take photos for evidence, especially for insurance claims.
The rainy season is a given for Malaysia every year, but what measures are actually being done to prevent floods? Cleaning drains to improve flow? Better urban planning? Efficient flood relief and diversion management? These are important questions and #kitajagakita can only go so far.
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