Malaysia to use AI technology and other new methods to deal with flood issue, says deputy prime minister

Malaysia to use AI technology and other new methods to deal with flood issue, says deputy prime minister

According to a report by Bernama, Malaysia is planning to adopt several methods utilised by Japan in disaster management, including the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data, to deal with flooding issues.

Deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, who is on a seven-day working visit to Japan, said these methods have proven to be effective in tackling natural disasters in the long term. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the chairman of the National Disaster Management Committee, said these efforts will be coordinated by the National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) as well as the department of irrigation and drainage (DID).

“I believe that the experience here in Osaka is crucial for us to prepare long-term plans so that flooding problems can be managed effectively. To address flooding problems, it’s not just about providing welfare to flood victims but also about how irrigation, drainage and flood control should be carried out together with new technologies,” he said.

Ahmad Zahid noted the measures used by local authorities in Osaka including flood mitigation and the installation of large-capacity water pumps, which have been carried out here for the past 45 years, can also be applied in Malaysia.

He added that discussions will also be held with the deputy prime minister and energy transition and water transformation minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof to coordinate all mitigation efforts needed to reduce disaster risks in Malaysia.

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Comments

  • All big words, these uncles don’t even know what they are talking about. LMAO

    Madani… air mani

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    • yusrykru on Feb 22, 2024 at 12:40 pm

      madani = teh adani = kaler air banjir fucccc

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    • Why So Serious on Feb 22, 2024 at 12:48 pm

      Great! Lets also use AI to run the country instead of PH, at least it will help to correct the incompetence & bumbling mismanagement by PMX & his mentris.

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  • Lance Chau on Feb 22, 2024 at 11:37 am

    Should get down to basic, make sure drainage are clear, not clogged, etc.

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  • Use AI technology to get rid of clean water which fall from sky… Then use desert nation AI technology to dig underground water for fresh water source because river is polluted.

    Best!

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  • Ben Yap on Feb 22, 2024 at 11:52 am

    what happen to the assistance from the Dutch? hahahaha… people don’t want to work with Malaysia eh….

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    • Manifesto Dicapati on Feb 23, 2024 at 12:09 pm

      Honest people just don’t want to work with Putar Belit PH.

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  • Sohai on Feb 22, 2024 at 12:05 pm

    AI to deal with longkang sumbat?
    Like that ChatGBT can run the country better than our ministers

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  • projects on Feb 22, 2024 at 12:06 pm

    creating unnecessary projects to award to cronies

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  • Boy Racer on Feb 22, 2024 at 12:14 pm

    Enough talking. We want to see it done. Empty promises yet again.

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  • macampondan on Feb 22, 2024 at 12:31 pm

    yet another songlap project by the gov and politicians.

    the root cause is, over development and under investment to widen the longkang.

    and the fix is to use “AI to solve the problem”.

    But I like the the part that, later, when the problem persists, can blame AI instead. Does it sound familiar? like typical gov or politician?

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  • Which AI can stop flooding?
    A.I. = Artificial Intelligence ❌
    A.I. = Anwar Ibrahim ✅

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  • DonkeyKong on Feb 22, 2024 at 2:16 pm

    Using AI (Anwar Ibrahim) technology to mitigate floods = whacking the narrow passages of canals from behind with great force repeatedly and mercilessly until they’re totally cleared of obstruction and can support heavy flows at the exit

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  • Nurul Izzah on Feb 22, 2024 at 2:24 pm

    Anwar menang, banjir setel

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  • AI == GOD ? on Feb 22, 2024 at 3:15 pm

    decades ago i sold a govt agencies this so called DATA Warehousing software for a cool 20M.
    DATA Warehousing is what? A overrated over glamour old school database. i tell it just a Excel flatfile not even a relational tables. ALL you need is keep throwing the RIGHT words AACP ACP or what ever crabs

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  • dugong on Feb 22, 2024 at 3:34 pm

    The govt need more smart brain. Not AI.

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  • Haha. Our academician (those who are Prof., Dr.) even scared to use AI, even image processing, Neural Net. etc. in their life.

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  • seitha on Feb 22, 2024 at 9:42 pm

    the more power they have the stupidier they get…

    let see if AI can go clean the drains!!
    or it will send peemmxxx a sms to go clean the drains!!

    really ^^%%&&f.a.k.k/i/n.g/l/y//&&^^%%$$ stupid are these morons!!

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  • CS Lee on Feb 23, 2024 at 7:25 am

    AI or whatever technologies do not prevent floods.
    Removal of increasingly heavy rain water does
    Bad town/city planning, non-enforcement, over development gave us this problem.
    Enforcement does not exist in Malaysia, only more spendings

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  • opmanmy on Feb 23, 2024 at 8:40 am

    C’mon, AI?!. Use common sense la these ppl!!! Waste of public funds/tax payer’s money.

    Looks like some (crony?) company going to benefit from this so-called AI.

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  • nivlek on Feb 23, 2024 at 8:47 am

    here you go from chatgpt lol

    Addressing flooding in Malaysia requires a comprehensive approach that combines structural and non-structural measures tailored to the country’s geographical, climatic, and socio-economic conditions. Here are some strategies that could help mitigate flooding in Malaysia:

    Investment in Infrastructure:

    Constructing and maintaining flood control structures such as dams, reservoirs, levees, and retention ponds to regulate river flow and store excess water during heavy rainfall.
    Implementing drainage improvement projects to enhance the capacity of existing drainage systems and reduce surface runoff.
    Floodplain Management:

    Developing and enforcing land-use planning and zoning regulations to prevent further development in flood-prone areas and discourage encroachment into riverine and coastal floodplains.
    Conducting comprehensive floodplain mapping and risk assessment to identify high-risk areas and inform land-use decisions and development planning.
    Natural Resource Management:

    Promoting sustainable land management practices such as reforestation, afforestation, and soil conservation to reduce soil erosion, sedimentation, and surface runoff.
    Preserving and restoring wetlands, mangroves, and other natural ecosystems that act as natural buffers against flooding and provide valuable flood mitigation services.
    Climate Resilience and Adaptation:

    Integrating climate change considerations into flood management planning and infrastructure design to account for future changes in rainfall patterns, sea level rise, and extreme weather events.
    Investing in resilient infrastructure and building designs that can withstand flooding and minimize damage to property and infrastructure.
    Community Engagement and Capacity Building:

    Educating the public about flood risks, emergency preparedness, and evacuation procedures through community outreach programs, public awareness campaigns, and school curriculum integration.
    Empowering local communities to participate in flood management efforts through community-based disaster risk reduction initiatives, early warning systems, and participatory decision-making processes.
    International Cooperation and Knowledge Sharing:

    Collaborating with neighboring countries and international organizations on transboundary river basin management, flood forecasting, and sharing of best practices and technical expertise.
    Participating in regional initiatives and forums to exchange knowledge, experiences, and lessons learned in flood mitigation and climate resilience.
    By adopting a holistic approach that combines these strategies, Malaysia can better manage and mitigate the impacts of flooding, safeguarding lives, livelihoods, and the environment for present and future generations.

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  • Sohai OKU on Feb 23, 2024 at 9:25 am

    We have too many OKU in power today. From glow in the dark paint to now AI for flood. We the rakyat need to give these OKU Glow in the Dark condom instead to stop these monekeys from breeding.
    No AI can solve flood if you don’t have enough drains and river.

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  • AI to replace 90% of representatives because most of them are really useless. You don’t need them to represent people’s opinion nowadays, if they even bother to do that. To use them to channel subsidies or help means the failure of government agencies and their processes to do their job. Maybe they should be replaced by AI too.

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  • Squid on Feb 23, 2024 at 10:42 am

    Can AI remove rubbish to unclog drains?

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  • Pepas on Feb 23, 2024 at 1:55 pm

    Sad but true. PH is good as pembangkang, not so good when gov.

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  • AIAIAI on Feb 23, 2024 at 3:52 pm

    Perhaps you can also use that so called ‘AI’ for helping our RINGGIT MALAYSIA.
    Sikit2 AI , sikit2 AI.
    Managing a country using AI and
    boasting about it?
    “LEMAH”

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