KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in several states until 7pm on Thursday (March 12). In Pahang, the affected areas are Raub, Jerantut, Bentong, Temerloh, Maran, Kuantan, Bera, Pekan and Rompin. "In addition, the whole of Negri Sembilan and Melaka are also expected to experience similar weather conditions,” it said. In Johor, the affected areas include Tangkak, Segamat, Muar, Batu Pahat, Kluang, Mersing, Pontian, Kulai and Johor Baru. Meanwhile, in Sabah, the affected areas are the interior division, covering Sipitang, Tenom and Nabawan, as well as Tawau (Tawau, Kunak and Lahad Datu).

Source: The Star March 12, 2026 14:09 UTC