MAHB blames contractor for ‘error’ causing KLIA water leak
The water leakage in KLIA Terminal 1 yesterday was due to an “error” by a contractor that had been carrying out roof restoration work at the airport, says Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB).
The airport operator said the contractor was carrying out the work to address ageing infrastructure when there was a thunderstorm and “lightning activity intensified”.
“In line with safety protocols, work was immediately suspended and the team evacuated the rooftop.
“In their haste to vacate due to the severe weather conditions, the contractor failed to remove plywood used to cover drainage points for safety, leaving one of the roof drainage systems obstructed,” MAHB said in a statement.
It added that the blocked drainage prevented water from flowing off the roof as designed and this resulted in large volumes of water…
