Shortcut to KBT Should Be Added, Basuki Says
Reported by Nurito | Translated by
Jakarta Governor, Basuki T. Purnama wants flood prone areas in East Jakarta provide water shortcut directly to East Flood Canal (KBT). It means water would not flood settlement.
KBT should prevent flood in Jakarta. Shortcut should be provided to speed water flow
“KBT should prevent flood in Jakarta. Shortcut should be provided to speed water flow,” he said during his visit at KBT sluice gate, Cipinang Indah, East Jakarta, Wednesday (4/27).
At the same time, Basuki also checked the readiness of sluice gate, especially the flow into Cipinang Lama and Sunter rivers.
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After reviewing the area, there is a problem at Sunter riverbank. There are still many illegal buildings. He requested to prepare administration for building execution.
