A man drinks coconut water at Aboo Sittee lane in George Town, Penang. — ZHAFARAN NASIB/The Star
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia's hot and dry season started earlier this year compared to the past two years, due to the ongoing El Nino weather phenomenon.
High temperature notices have been issued for 22 locations across 8 states so far this year.
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