Public urged to stay vigilant as Northeast Monsoon expected to arrive earlier this year

PUTRAJAYA: The public is urged to stay vigilant and prepare for potential flooding, as the Northeast Monsoon (MTL) is anticipated to arrive earlier this year, possibly starting in the fourth week of October.

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that while the MTL typically occurs in early November, it is anticipated to start earlier this year, due to changing weather patterns.