File photo of cars on the road during active weather conditions. - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Brunei Darussalam is currently in the northeast monsoon which will typically persist until around the end of March 2025, the Brunei Darussalam Meteorological Department (BDMD) said in a statement.
During the first half of the northeast monsoon, the country usually experiences unstable weather conditions, with occasional heavy showers or thundershowers, particularly during the night until early morning.
During the second half of the northeast monsoon (February 2025 and March 2025), the atmospheric condition tends to become more stable with reduced rainfall activity.
Weather conditions are forecast to be active from Thursday (Dec 19) until Tuesday (Dec 24)with crossings of thundershowers, occasionally heavy and gusty, are expected to affect many areas of the country, especially in the afternoon and at night and potentially persist until early morning of the following day.
The wind speed may reach up to 50 kilometres per hour in or near heavy or gusty showers.
Over Brunei waters, the sea state is generally at moderate to rough state, up to 3.0 metres.
Members of the public are advised to take precautionary actions with respect to the forecasted active weather condition.
There is a high risk of flash floods, especially at low-lying and flood prone areas as well as near river banks during continuous heavy rain and high tide.
The risk of landslide, fallen trees and flying roofs are also possible during heavy showers and gusty condition.
Rough sea conditions are dangerous to all small boat operations, sea recreational activities and sports.
The BDMD advised the public, road users and fishermen to always be up to date with the latest weather forecast, advisory and warning issued by the department and to take action to ensure safety. - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
