PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a severe continuous rain warning for parts of the country, forecasting heavy rain that could potentially lead to flooding.
The warning, issued at 9.30am Tuesday (Nov 19), said that severe-level continuous rain was expected in Terengganu, Pahang (Kuantan, Pekan, and Rompin), and Johor (Segamat, Kluang, Mersing, and Kota Tinggi).
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These regions are expected to experience continuous heavy rain until Saturday (Nov 23).
An alert-level continuous rain warning was also issued for Kelantan (Tumpat, Pasir Mas, Kota Baru, Tanah Merah, Bachok, Machang, and Pasir Puteh), and Pahang (Jerantut, Temerloh, Maran, and Bera), with the downpours expected to persist until Saturday.
Those in Negri Sembilan (Kuala Pilah, Jempol, and Tampin), Melaka, and Johor (Tangkak, Muar, Batu Pahat, Pontian, Kulai, and Johor Baru) have also been advised to be on alert for continuous rain until Wednesday (Nov 20)
Residents in these areas are strongly advised to stay updated on the latest weather forecasts, heed warnings issued by local authorities, and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their properties.
MetMalaysia is monitoring the situation and will continue to provide regular updates on the weather conditions. The public can access these updates through the department's official website and social media platforms.
