A series of weak earthquakes that struck the district since August 24 have left 15 government buildings with minor damage, requiring at least RM550,000 in repairs, authorities revealed today.
Deputy Minister of Public Works, Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, said the affected structures include five schools, the Segamat district police quarters, Segamat Hospital, Bandar Putra Health Clinic, Segamat Community College, the District Kadi Office, and several government quarters.
“Initial assessments covered only five buildings, but after six aftershocks, the total rose to 15,” Ahmad explained. He detailed that the damage ranged from cracks in wall plaster panels, separation between walls and pillars, corner wall cracks, to gaps between ceilings and walls, with some ceiling finishes falling.
Of the total repair cost, RM70,000 is earmarked for the police quarters, RM15,000 for the health clinic, and RM185,000 for the schools. The remaining funds will cover other affected government buildings.
Ahmad added that all repair costs will be handled by the respective ministries, with the Public Works Department (JKR) acting as supervisor for the restoration work.
In addition, 62 residential homes and two mosques also suffered minor damage, though no injuries have been reported.
The statement came during a briefing and on-site inspection at the Segamat JKR office, attended by District Engineer Ir Muhamad Yusri Zainal.
