KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 23 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued an alert-level continuous rain warning for Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang until Saturday (November 25).
In a statement today, it said the areas affected include Tumpat, Pasir Mas, Kota Bharu, Jeli, Tanah Merah, Bachok, Machang, Pasir Puteh, and Kuala Krai in Kelantan, while in Pahang it is Kuantan.
Meanwhile, MetMalaysia has also ended the alert-level continuous rain for Perlis, Kedah, Penang, and Perak.
“It involves several areas in Kedah, namely Kubang Pasu, Kota Setar, Pokok Sena, Padang Terap, Yan, Pendang, Kuala Muda, Sik, Baling, Kulim, and Bandar Baharu,” it said.
In Perak, MetMalaysia also ended the alert-level continuous rain warning for Kerian, Larut, Matang and Selama, Hulu Perak, Kuala Kangsar, and Manjung.
In a separate statement, it also warned of strong winds and rough seas until this Sunday (November 26).
Strong northeasterly winds of 50-60 kilometres per hour (kmh) with waves reaching up to 4.5 metres high are expected to occur in Condore and northwest of Reef North, and the situation is dangerous to all shipping and coastal activities, including fishing and ferry services.
“Strong northeasterly winds at a speed of 40-50 km/h with waves reaching up to 3.5 metres high are also expected to occur in the waters of Samui, north of Tioman, north of Bunguran, and northeast and southwest of Reef North, which is dangerous for small boats, marine recreation, and sports,” MetMalaysia said.
The public is advised to always refer to www.met.gov.my and all its social media accounts and to download the myCuaca app for the latest and authentic information.
— Bernama
— Bernama
