Karak Highway sinkhole patched – lanes to Kuantan opened last night, westbound to open this morning

Karak Highway sinkhole patched – lanes to Kuantan opened last night, westbound to open this morning

Here are some official updates on the sinkhole on KM 66.1 of the KL-Karak Highway. Highway operator Anih Berhad announced yesterday night (around 11.30 pm) that the eastbound lanes towards Kuantan are now open. However, “for users who are heading to KL, please maintain using the alternative route for the time being,” it added.

Meanwhile, a ‘latest update’ posting on the works ministry Facebook page from 11pm yesterday night said that the eastbound lanes towards Kuantan is expected to open at midnight – matching what Anih said – while the westbound lanes towards KL is expected to open at 7am this morning. On the westbound lanes reopening, there’s no update from Anih as of 9.30 am.

The images below are from the works ministry post, and it appears that the sinkhole has been filled up with concrete and pavement works are complete as well. Based on reports by Malaysia Rail Link (MRL), the sinkhole, which appeared on the night of July 25 and was nearly 10m-wide, was caused by East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) Tunnel 2-related construction works. No casualties were reported.

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Danny Tan

Danny Tan loves driving as much as he loves a certain herbal meat soup, and sweet engine music as much as drum beats. He has been in the auto industry since 2006, previously filling the pages of two motoring magazines before joining this website. Enjoys detailing the experience more than the technical details.

 

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