Six states placed on alert as thunderstorms expected across Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a midday thunderstorm alert for six states, warning residents and authorities to prepare for severe weather conditions. The warning covers Kedah, Penang, Perak, Melaka, Johor and Sarawak, with thunderstorms expected to develop during the afternoon and evening hours.

The meteorological department cautioned that the thunderstorms may bring heavy rainfall, strong gusty winds and occasional lightning across the affected areas. Residents have been advised to take appropriate precautions and avoid outdoor activities during the peak hours of the weather disturbance.

Authorities in the affected states have been alerted to monitor conditions closely and prepare contingency measures should flooding or other weather-related incidents occur. The public is urged to remain vigilant and follow weather updates from MetMalaysia for the latest developments.