Thunderstorms, heavy rain expected in Pulau Pinang, Pahang and Selangor until 10am


PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds across three states, effective until 10am on Monday (March 2).

MetMalaysia, in a statement at 7am, said the severe weather is expected to affect Pulau Pinang (Barat Daya and Timur Laut), parts of Pahang (Raub, Jerantut and Temerloh) and parts of Selangor (Klang and Kuala Langat).

MetMalaysia issues these warnings when there are signs indicating a thunderstorm with a rainfall intensity exceeding 20mm per hour that is imminent or expected to occur for more than one hour.

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

 

 

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