Storm warning: Thunderstorms, strong winds expected over 12 states, two FTs until 5pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning, with heavy rain and strong winds forecast in 12 states and the federal territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya until 6pm Thursday (Feb 27).

In a statement Thursday, MetMalaysia said the areas affected include Kedah (Kulim and Bandar Baharu), Penang (North, Central and South Seberang Perai), Perak (Kerian, Larut, Matang and Selama, Hulu Perak, Manjung, Perak Tengah, Bagan Datuk, Hilir Perak and Muallim), Kelantan (Jeli), Terengganu (Dungun), Pahang (Raub, Jerantut, Bentong, Temerloh and Bera), Selangor, Negri Sembilan, Melaka, and Johor (Tangkak, Segamat, Muar, Batu Pahat, Kluang and Pontian).

In Sarawak, the area affected is Serian (Serian), while in Sabah, affected areas are West Coast (Ranau), Tawau (Lahad Datu), and Sandakan (Tongod, Telupid, and Kinabatangan).

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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