Strong winds, rough seas expected in Kelantan and Terengganu

KUALA LUMPUR: Strong north-easterly winds with speeds of between 50kph and 60kph causing waves as high as 4.5m are expected in waters off Kelantan and Terengganu from Thursday until next Tuesday.

According to the Malaysian Meteorological Department, such a weather condition is dangerous to shipping and beach activities, including fishing and ferry services.

In a statement issued here Thursday, the department said coastal areas in Kelantan and Terengganu would also be exposed to high-tide phenomenon.

Meanwhile, strong north-easterly winds of 40-50kph with waves as high as 3.5m are expected in waters off Pahang, east Johor, Sarawak, Labuan and Sabah (Pedalaman, Pantai Barat and Kudat).

The weather condition, which is dangerous to small boats, sea recreation and water sports, is expected to persist until Tuesday.

"The coastal areas in Pahang and east Johor are also exposed to the high-tide phenomenon," the department said. - Bernama