Kapit: Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has urged the Sarawak Public Works Department (JKR) to closely monitor soil movement at the landslide site along Jalan Song-Temalat-Kanowit, which occurred yesterday. Nanta, who is also Kapit MP, emphasized the importance of continuous monitoring to prevent further incidents that could endanger public safety.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Nanta stated that immediate repairs are necessary as the affected road serves as a primary route for motorists in the area. He noted that a temporary diversion has been established for small and light vehicles to facilitate continued traffic flow.

Nanta also instructed that clear signage and traffic directions be placed at the diversion site to ensure road users’ safety. The landslide, which disrupted the road connection between Sibu and Kapit divisions, was attributed to continuous heavy rain over the past few days.