Malaysia weather alert: Thunderstorms and heavy rain forecast for multiple states

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm, heavy rain, and strong wind warning for several states and federal territories, effective until 8:00 PM.

The weather alert covers a wide range of regions, including Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Perak, Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, Johor, Perlis, Kedah, Penang, Negeri Sembilan, Sabah, and Sarawak. Specific areas mentioned include parts of the West Coast, the Interior of Sabah, and various districts across Sarawak such as Kuching, Miri, and Sibu.

MetMalaysia issues these short-term warnings when thunderstorms with rainfall intensity exceeding 20 millimeters per hour are detected or expected to persist for more than one hour. The warnings are valid for a maximum of six hours per issuance.