Calls for Full Pipe Replacement in Olive Garden Kuching After Repeated Bursts
Residents and officials in Olive Garden, Mile 7, Kuching, are urging Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd (Southern Region) to replace the area's aging water pipe network following a series of recurring bursts. Michael Kong, special assistant to Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen, highlighted that six pipe burst incidents have occurred in the residential area so far this year, with the latest happening recently. These frequent disruptions have caused significant inconvenience to both residents and local businesses, affecting daily life and operational stability. Kong argued that the existing infrastructure is no longer capable of meeting current demand and pressure requirements, indicating that the pipes have reached the end of their operational lifespan. He criticized the reliance on temporary patch repairs as unsustainable, costly, and wasteful of resources. Instead, he called for an immediate and comprehensive replacement plan to ensure a reliable water supply. Additionally, Kong emphasized the need to reduce non-revenue water caused by leaks, which impacts operational efficiency and public confidence. The statement stresses that Sarawak Water must act with urgency to implement a long-term solution rather than continuing with reactive fixes.
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Calls for Full Pipe Replacement in Olive Garden Kuching After Repeated Bursts
Residents and officials in Olive Garden, Mile 7, Kuching, are urging Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd (Southern Region) to replace the area's aging water pipe network following a series of recurring bursts. Michael Kong, special assistant to Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen, highlighted that six pipe burst incidents have occurred in the residential area so far this year, with the latest happening recently. These frequent disruptions have caused significant inconvenience to both residents and local businesses, affecting daily life and operational stability. Kong argued that the existing infrastructure is no longer capable of meeting current demand and pressure requirements, indicating that the pipes have reached the end of their operational lifespan. He criticized the reliance on temporary patch repairs as unsustainable, costly, and wasteful of resources. Instead, he called for an immediate and comprehensive replacement plan to ensure a reliable water supply. Additionally, Kong emphasized the need to reduce non-revenue water caused by leaks, which impacts operational efficiency and public confidence. The statement stresses that Sarawak Water must act with urgency to implement a long-term solution rather than continuing with reactive fixes.
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