11.   One of them, who requested anonymity, claimed that the council hadstopped clearing the drains in the area for a long time.

12.   Prensa Latina also said workers were clearing drains, checking to ensure that storehouses were secure and preparing for possible problems with electrical distribution.

13.   The Johor Baru City Council, which cuts the grass along the curbs and clears the drains, is seemingly oblivious to the larger problems.

14.   Trucks and heavy equipment were moved to some areas to clear blocked drains.