KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 — A wall at the Masjid Jamek LRT station collapsed following heavy rain this evening, with images of the damage quickly circulating on social media.
The affected structure is part of the station building, which sits above the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers.
Photos showed the wall had crumbled inward, suggesting that strong winds may have played a role in the collapse.
The affected structure is part of the station building, which sits above the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers. — Picture from Facebook/Nabil Nazri
Earlier today, the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) had issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds for several states, effective until 5pm.
Areas affected included Hulu Selangor, Gombak, and Hulu Langat in Selangor, as well as the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur.
