KOTA BARU: Several districts in Kelantan face potential flooding until Tuesday (Dec 30), with a continuous rain warning at the danger level issued by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).
The National Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (PRABN) of the Irrigation and Drainage Department (DID) said areas at risk include Tumpat, Pasir Mas, Bachok, Machang, Kota Bharu, Pasir Puteh, Tanah Merah, Kuala Krai and Gua Musang, involving the Sungai Kelantan, Sungai Golok and Sungai Semerak river basins.
"Flooding could occur earlier or later than forecast depending on rainfall conditions," it said on Friday (Dec 26).
It also urged disaster management agencies and residents to remain vigilant and comply with authorities’ instructions.
DID said flood monitoring would continue, with warnings updated if significant rainfall persists.
The latest information and flood warnings are available on the Public Infobanjir website and related social media platforms.
Earlier, MetMalaysia issued a danger-level continuous rain warning for Terengganu and Kelantan until Monday (Dec 29), involving Tumpat, Pasir Mas, Kota Baru, Bachok, Machang and Pasir Puteh, and a severe-level warning for Jeli, Tanah Merah and Kuala Krai. – Bernama
