PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) is warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in several states until 7pm on Wednesday (Jan 15).
In a statement, MetMalaysia said the states affected are Kedah (Kuala Muda, Sik, Baling, Kulim and Bandar Baharu); Penang; Perak; Kelantan; Terengganu (Hulu Terengganu and Kemaman); Pahang (Cameron Highlands, Jerantut, Maran, Kuantan and Rompin); Selangor; The federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya; Negri Sembilan (Seremban, Port Dickson, Kuala Pilah, Rembau and Tampin) and Johor (Segamat, Batu Pahat, Pontian, Kulai, Kota Tinggi and Johor Baru).
Over in Sarawak, areas affected are Kuching; Serian; Samarahan (Simunjan); Sri Aman; Betong; Sarikei (Sarikei and Meradong); Sibu (Sibu and Selangau); Mukah (Tanjung Manis, Daro and Mukah); Bintulu; Miri (Subis and Telang Usan) and Limbang
In Sabah, bad weather is expected in the West Coast (Papar, Penampang, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran and Kota Belud); Sandakan (Telupid, Beluran and Sandakan) and Kudat.
The public is advised to refer to the MetMalaysia website at met.gov.my, its social media accounts, or its myCuaca for current and verified weather information.
