PETALING JAYA: Malaysians in Medan and other parts of northern Indonesia affected by worsening floods and landslides are urged to contact the Malaysian Consulate-General for immediate assistance.
The Consulate-General in Medan has called on Malaysians in Sumatera Utara, Sumatera Barat and Aceh to remain vigilant and seek consular help when necessary.
"We are closely monitoring the situation and our duty officers are ready to assist Malaysians at any time," the Malaysian Consul-General in Medan said in an advisory on Nov 27.
The advisory also urged Malaysians to prioritise their safety by following instructions from local authorities and avoiding high-risk areas, especially those prone to flooding or landslides.
"We urge all Malaysians to stay alert to their surroundings and take necessary precautions. Anyone who requires consular guidance, updated information, or emergency assistance can reach out to us immediately," it said.
Emergency contact details were provided: Malaysians may call +62 823-6164-6046 or email mwmedan@kln.gov.my. All official enquiries or requests for further information will be handled through these channels.
The Consulate-General assured that it will continue to monitor developments closely and provide timely updates to Malaysians in affected areas.
The advisory follows heavy rain, rising water levels and unstable slopes in northern Indonesia, prompting repeated warnings from local authorities.
According to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia), a strong 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the west coast of Northern Sumatra, Indonesia, at 12.56pm on Thursday (Nov 27).
Tremors were felt around the west coast states of Peninsular Malaysia, but there is no tsunami threat to Malaysia, the department said.
