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Heavy rains threaten widespread flooding across East Coast states
Authorities have issued flood warnings for multiple districts in Kelantan and Pahang as persistent heavy rainfall is forecast to continue through Wednesday. Residents in the affected areas are urged to remain vigilant and heed evacuation advisories.
LSN Malaysia ·
Continuous downpours are expected to inundate nine districts across Kelantan and three districts in Pahang, with weather forecasters warning that conditions will persist until mid-week.
The prolonged rainfall poses a significant risk of flash flooding and overflow in low-lying communities, rivurine settlements, and areas with poor drainage infrastructure. Authorities have activated disaster management protocols to monitor water levels and prepare evacuation routes.
Residents in vulnerable zones are advised to move to higher ground preemptively and keep emergency supplies accessible. Local authorities are coordinating with relief agencies to ensure rapid response capabilities should evacuation become necessary.
The meteorological department continues to issue updates on rainfall intensity and duration. Residents are encouraged to monitor official weather alerts and follow instructions from state emergency management agencies throughout the weather event.