KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning, with heavy rain and strong winds forecast in 11 states and the federal territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya until 6pm Friday (Feb 21).
In a statement Friday, MetMalaysia said the areas affected include Kedah (Kulim and Bandar Baharu), Penang (North, Central and South Seberang Perai), Perak, Terengganu (Besut, Setiu and Hulu Terengganu), Pahang (Cameron Highlands, Lipis, Raub, Bentong and Temerloh), Selangor and Johor (Segamat, Muar, Batu Pahat, Kluang, Pontian, Kulai, Kota Tinggi and Johor Baru).
In Sarawak, the areas affected are Sri Aman (Sri Aman), Betong, Sarikei, Sibu (Sibu and Selangau), Mukah, Kapit (Belaga), Bintulu (Tatau) and Miri (Beluru, Telang Usan and Miri) while in Sabah, affected areas are Kudat (Pitas and Kudat.
The public is advised to visit www.met.gov.my or MetMalaysia’s official social media channels and download the myCuaca application for the latest accurate information.
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— Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (@metmalaysia) February 21, 2025
