Thunderstorms, heavy rain, strong winds expected in eight states, says MetMalaysia

Parts of Kota Tinggi town hit with floods following heavy and continues rainfalls since Tuesday (Feb 28). More than 6,000 victims are seeking shelter at 38 flood relief centres in seven badly affected districts in Johor. — THOMAS YONG/The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a weather warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in eight states, expected to continue until late Tuesday afternoon.

In a statement, MetMalaysia said the adverse weather conditions are also forecasted to affect the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya.