Penang plans safety measures after severe weather and destruction

Reduced to rubble: Chiu (left) helping workers clear the remnants of his restaurant walls that were hit by strong winds and big waves at Pantai Bersih. — ZHAFARAN NASIB/The Star

BUTTERWORTH: While Penangites are relieved with the rainfall recorded at the water catchment areas, the same cannot be said for those staying near coastal and low-lying areas in view of the monsoon transition period.

Beach restaurant owner Chiu Ah Chong, who operates along Pantai Bersih here, said he would stay vigilant and prepare for potential emergencies during this period.