KUALA LUMPUR: Nine civilians were rescued after they were stranded at Pulau Jarak in Perak due to recent heavy rain and bad weather.
The Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) said bad weather over the past few days had also affected several locations along Malaysia’s maritime borders.
"The extreme weather triggered multiple landslides on Pulau Jarak, posing risks to personnel on duty as well as civilians on the island.
"We received information that nine civilians who were carrying out beacon maintenance work had become stranded on the island.
"A Super Lynx helicopter was immediately deployed to evacuate them from an area deemed no longer safe for occupation. All were successfully rescued," the navy said in a statement on Thursday (Nov 27).
The navy urged the maritime community to exercise greater caution when heading out to sea, especially with current unpredictable weather conditions.
"Vessels should be well-maintained and capable of operating in the rough waters of the Straits of Melaka.
"Strong winds and heavy rain could lead to high waves and poor visibility," it added.
For safety, the public is advised to heed weather warnings and obtain early information from the authorities before venturing out to sea.
