Pasir Mas villagers plead for urgent action after bridge collapse
[New Straits Times] - 12/17/2024
PASIR MAS: Nearly 2,000 residents from nine villages have been severely impacted following the collapse of a vital bridge near Kampung Rong Chenok, which was swept away by strong flood currents last month. (c) New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
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