PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning for several areas across five states, effective until 10am on Thursday (Apr 9). The severe weather is expected to affect parts of Kedah, including Kuala Muda, Kulim and Bandar Baharu, as well as the entire state of Penang. In Perak, the warning covers Kerian, Larut, Matang and Selama, Manjung, Bagan Datuk and Hilir Perak. Selangor's Sabak Bernam district and parts of Johor, namely Pontian, Kulai and Johor Bahru, are also included in the alert. A thunderstorm warning is a short-term warning that is valid for a period not exceeding six hours for any single release.

Source: The Star April 09, 2026 03:44 UTC