Leak in Indah Water pipe caused Jalan Burma sinkhole, confirms MBPP.
Jalan Burma shut after burst pipe causes sinkhole in George Town
The sinkhole that appeared on Jalan Burma Road, near the Transfer Road intersection, has been traced to a leak in a 300mm sewage pipe owned by Indah Water Konsortium (IWK). — Picture via Facebook/MBPP
GEORGE TOWN, Sept 21 — The sinkhole that appeared on Jalan Burma Road, near the Transfer Road intersection, has been traced to a leak in a 300mm sewage pipe owned by Indah Water Konsortium (IWK).
In a statement, the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) said the incident, which occurred around 9 am, led to significant damage to the road surface.
The leak, which involves a high-pressure pump system (force main), triggered the formation of the sinkhole on Jalan Burma.
In response, MBPP, in collaboration with the police (PDRM), immediately closed off Jalan Burma and diverted traffic to Jalan Dr Lim Chwee Leong to ensure public safety.
Authorities are awaiting further investigations by IWK and MBPP.
MBPP added that the investigation would be completed by this evening, and appropriate action will be taken by both IWK and the council.
Meanwhile, the public is advised to plan their routes in advance to avoid the Komtar area, as traffic congestion may occur due to the ongoing road diversion on Burma Road. — Bernama
Jalan Burma shut after burst pipe causes sinkhole in George Town
A sinkhole that appeared along Jalan Burma earlier today has forced the temporary closure of the road in both directions. — Picture via Facebook/MBPP
By Malay Mail
Sunday, 21 Sep 2025 2:40 PM MYT
GEORGE TOWN, Sept 21 — A sinkhole that appeared along Jalan Burma earlier today has forced the temporary closure of the road in both directions.
According to Berita Harian, Penang State Local Government Committee chairman H’ng Mooi Lye said the sinkhole was caused by a burst underground sewer pipe.
“Police and enforcement officers have redirected traffic to prevent vehicles from entering Jalan Burma from either direction via Jalan Penang,” he told the Malay daily when contacted.
In a statement posted on Facebook, MBPP said the incident occurred near the Jalan Transfer junction.
Traffic from Jalan Penang heading into Jalan Burma has been closed and is being diverted to Jalan Lim Chwee Leong. The public is advised to plan their routes accordingly and use alternative roads while repair works are carried out.
