MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning, heavy rain for nine states, KL, Putrajaya


PETALING JAYA: Met Malaysia has issued a warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds across Perak, Pahang, Selangor, the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya, Negri Sembilan, Melaka, and Johor until 5pm on Tuesday (Feb 17).

According to MetMalaysia, Gua Musang in Kelantan, as well as Hulu Terengganu, Dungun and Kemaman in Terengganu, would also be affected.

"In Sarawak, the affected areas include Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei, Sibu (Sibu and Kanowit), Mukah (Tanjung Manis, Daro and Matu) and Kapit (Song)," it said.

"The warning is in effect until 5pm today," it added.

A warning is issued when there are signs of thunderstorms with rainfall intensity exceeding 20 mm per hour that are imminent or expected to persist for more than an hour.

A thunderstorm warning is a short-term alert that is valid for a period not exceeding six hours for a single issuance.

 

 

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