Just yesterday (15 March), a man tragically died on the spot while another was injured after a tree fell on them in Alor Setar, Kedah.
According to a report by Harian Metro, the two motorcyclists were passing through the area when the tree suddenly collapsed near the Alor Setar Fire and Rescue Station (BBP).
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Alor Setar City Council provides compassionate aid to the families of both victims
In response to the incident, the Alor Setar City Council (MBAS) has issued a statement expressing its condolences to the family of the deceased.
MBAS also noted that Yang Berbahagia Dato’ Haji Abdul Gafar bin Yahya, Mayor of Alor Setar, together with two council members and MBAS officers, attended the funeral prayer and burial ceremony of the deceased and visited the family.
MBAS added that it will continue to monitor the condition of trees in the area and take all necessary measures to ensure public safety.
“To determine the exact cause, technical inspections and further investigations are being carried out by MBAS. We also regularly conduct both routine and thorough maintenance of all trees within our jurisdiction,” the statement added.
Additionally, compassionate aid has been provided to the families of both victims to help ease the burden during this difficult time.
“MBAS sincerely appreciates members of the public who have shown concern and care regarding this matter. Such community awareness is highly valued and reflects the spirit of togetherness in ensuring the safety and well-being of the city.”
Netizens’ reactions
“These decayed trees aren’t just by the roadside; there are also many large trees in the parks. Hopefully, no more deaths will happen due to old trees.”
“There needs to be a proper procedure for monitoring potentially dangerous trees, and they need to be trimmed.”
“Just trim the big trees, like what was done along the roads in Taman Sultan Badlishah (TSB). At first, it looks ugly and bare, but over time new shoots grow, and the trees start looking healthy again.”
“It looks like many of the trees in Alor Setar are old. It would be a good idea to trim them regularly to prevent incidents like this, especially with the strong winds these days.”
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