Landslide hits Malaysia campsite off Genting Highlands, 50 people feared buried

[kobayashiGT]

Huge Genting Highlands Landslide Blocks Major Road, Affected Route Temporarily Closed

source: https://mustsharenews.com/genting-highlands-landslide/

Major Road In Genting Highlands Blocked After Huge Landslide

Genting Highlands is a popular tourist destination for many Singaporean families — its fun theme parks and cool weather is a treat for everyone.

However, it seems like those planning to head up there soon for a holiday might have to make some changes to their plans.

A major landslide has hit Genting Highlands on Tuesday (5 Nov), cutting off part of a major road. This blocked off the route to a nearby hotel and apartment building nearby, reports New Straits Times.

“Hundreds of holiday-goers” were left helpless due to the landslide, according to NST. Fortunately, nobody was injured.

Rained for 3 hours prior to the Genting Highlands landslide

Videos have surfaced online showing streams of mud and rocks flowing down the mountain. It had been raining heavily for about 3 hours prior to the landslide.

In the video, a man shouts for the bus to close its doors as it reverses away from the landslide.

Both lanes of Jalan Genting-Amber Court were blocked off.

While the First World Hotel is in plain sight of the drivers, they are unable to access it due to the landslide.

Clean-up operations are ongoing

Firefighters were alerted to the landslide at 5.20pm, reports Harian Metro.

The station deployed 10 personnel to the affected area. They are now working to clear the mud and debris from the road.

Contractors working in the area are also helping the personnel.

Harian Metro added that the main road leading to Genting Highlands, however, is unaffected.

The situation is under control

When contacted by Berita Harian, the district police chief said that the situation is under control. However, the roads are still closed for cleanup works.

We’ve reached out to the High Commission of Singapore in Kuala Lumpur for comments and advice for Singaporeans heading to Genting in the coming days.

In the meantime, Singaporeans heading to Genting ought to check traffic conditions before heading over. If the weather is bad, it might be better to delay the drive up until the skies clear.

We wish everyone a safe trip during the holiday season.

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Please take note for those who are driving up to genting! Drive safe!

 

[Watwheels]

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-genting-highlands-landslide-people-feared-trapped-rescued-3148661

Landslide again. This time it hit a campsite.

Around 100 people feared trapped after Genting Highlands landslide in Malaysia

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the landslide near Father’s Organic Farm had fallen on a campsite close to the road.

KUALA LUMPUR: Around 100 people are feared trapped after a landslide at a campsite in Malaysia in the early hours on Friday (Dec 16), officials said.

At least 37 people were rescued from the campsite at Gohtong Jaya in Genting Highlands, news agency Bernama reported.

Selangor Fire and Rescue Department director Norazam Khamis said firefighters began arriving at the scene at about 3am after receiving a distress call at 2.24am.

He said the landslide near Father’s Organic Farm had fallen on a campsite close to the road.

 

"According to the police, there are 100 people at the campsite who are likely to be victims of the landslide.

“The search and rescue mission for the victims is being carried out with the STORM (Special Tactical Operation and Rescue Team of Malaysia) team," he said in response to Bernama's queries.

Mr Norazam said the landslide fell from an estimated height of 30m above the campsite, and covered an area of about 0.4ha.

[Jman888]

why got people dare to go camping during rainy monsoon season? landslide is quite common during this period.

[Watwheels]

Got update. Same CNA link.

2 people dead, 51 missing after Genting Highlands landslide in Malaysia

 

 

Edited December 16, 2022 by Watwheels

[SGMCF328]

May all the missing folks be found soon, and best alive. Year end is really not a safe season for adventurous activities.

Source: https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/around-100-people-feared-trapped-in-malaysia-landslide

KUALA LUMPUR – At least two have been found dead with more than 50 others feared trapped in a landslide in Malaysia on Friday, the country’s fire and rescue department said in a statement.

At least 37 victims have been rescued, Bernama reported, from Father’s Organic Farm at a Batang Kali campsite in Selangor state, on the outskirts of capital Kuala Lumpur.

Selangor’s fire and rescue department said of the victims affected by the landslide, around 51 people were still missing and three others injured. One of those dead was a child.

The campsite is located on Jalan Genting, Batang Kali, less than 15km away from popular tourist destination Genting Highlands. The camp offers tourist packages including camping and educational guides on organic vegetable farming.

Selangor’s Fire and Rescue Department director Norazam Khamis said the distress call was received at 2.24am.

According to initial reports of the operation commander, the height of the ruins is estimated at 30m high, he said.

“The landslide is about one acre wide and fell onto the campsite,” Mr Norazam said when contacted on Friday, estimating around 100 victims that were affected by the landslide.

Edited December 16, 2022 by SGMCF328

[Kopites]

How far is this landsilde spot from the premium outlet?

Me and family were at the premium outlet last Friday morning. 

[Lala81]

very sad. Hope more people can be rescued.

[Watwheels]

Looks like a farm stay.

Last landslide happened in Nov 2019, year end go Genting is quite risky.

Edited December 16, 2022 by Watwheels

[Jman888]

3 minutes ago, Watwheels said:

Looks like a farm stay.

Last landslide happened in Nov 2019, year end go Genting is quite risky.

Cameron highland as well.

[inlinesix]

3 minutes ago, Jman888 said:

Cameron highland as well.

Cameron got a few hotspot.  Most of these hotspot is away from traffic.

On Cameron, it is not advisable to drive during downpour.  Unless it is Pickup Truck.

[Watwheels]

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-genting-highlands-landslide-people-feared-trapped-rescued-3148661

New update. 

8 people dead after Genting Highlands landslide: Malaysia disaster agency

According to the agency, as of 9.15am, seven were injured and 53 found safe.

News agency Bernama reported that a child was among the fatalities.😢

Edited December 16, 2022 by Watwheels

[Fitvip]

Shin Min Daily News 新明日报 

7 m  · 

【马国】云顶营地土崩困百人 8人丧命 3狮城人获救

雪州峇当加里、靠近云顶半山的一处著名露营营地Father’s Organic Farm今日凌晨3时左右发生土崩，初步估计有约100人受困。至今早10时左右，马国国家灾难管理机构（NADMA）证实，土崩造成8人丧命、7人受伤、53人获救。

获救者包括3名新加坡人。他们也在土崩地点露营。目前还不清楚他们是否有受伤。

 

Edited December 16, 2022 by Fitvip

[Jman888]

people say 欺山莫欺水，山也不是好惹的！

[Watwheels]

12 minutes ago, Jman888 said:

people say 欺山莫欺水，山也不是好惹的！

How to bully a mountain siah?

[Volvobrick]

57 minutes ago, Watwheels said:

This 

Looks like a farm stay.

Last landslide happened in Nov 2019, year end go Genting is quite risky.

This photo already shows signs of landslide behind the tents..... really WTF to continue camping at that spot.

[Watwheels]

 

[Lala81]

11 minutes ago, Volvobrick said:

This photo already shows signs of landslide behind the tents..... really WTF to continue camping at that spot.

they are visitors there mah. Not say residents stay there, notice all the small changes in the environment. 

Actually, many parts of malaysia look like that one lah.

[Shibadog]

50 minutes ago, Volvobrick said:

This photo already shows signs of landslide behind the tents..... really WTF to continue camping at that spot.

have to ask why permit was issued for this infrastructure in this type of location. 

assuming they have a permit.