Flooding in Marina Bay area and Bedok lift lobby preventable with proper drainage, maintenance: PUB
The two flooding incidents in the Marina Bay area and Bedok Reservoir Road reported by Stomp could have been prevented, said national water agency PUB.
Stomper Jimmy shared a video of a man wading in thigh-deep floodwater near the Marina Bay MRT station on the morning of March 21 after heavy rainfall from the day before.
"The flooded area along Central Lane 3 is a paved road constructed to facilitate access to an adjacent worksite," explained PUB in a March 24 Facebook post.
"Our checks showed there was no proper drainage implemented for the conveyance of storm water."
Stomper Anere shared a video of flooding in the lift lobby on the ground floor of Block 129 Bedok Reservoir Road and beyond during heavy rain in the early hours of March 23.
PUB said the internal drains near the lift lobby were found to be choked with debris.
"Both flooding incidents could have been prevented by implementing proper drainage measures and ensuring timely maintenance of the internal drainage system." added the agency.
"PUB is working closely with the relevant authorities to address the issues."
PUB's Code of Practice on Surface Water Drainage provides requirements on minimum platform and crest levels for buildings, and flood protection measures that must be implemented and maintained.
You can provide feedback on flooding incidents via the One Service app or contact PUB directly at 1800-CALLPUB (1800-2255782).
