Climate & Environment
Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Terengganu, Pahang, Johor and Sabah
By Malay Mail
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) issued a thunderstorm warning at 8.50 am on Sunday, November 8, predicting thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in parts of Terengganu, Pahang, Johor and Sabah until noon. In Terengganu, the affected areas are Kemaman and Dungun. Pahang’s districts of Kuantan, Pekan and Rompin are expected to be hit. Johor’s Mersing and Kota Tinggi are on the list, while in Sabah the Kudat division, which includes Pitas and Kudat, is also expected to experience bad weather. MetMalaysia notes that such warnings are issued when there are signs of thunderstorms with rainfall intensity exceeding 20 mm per hour that are imminent or expected to last more than an hour. The warning is a short‑term alert valid for no more than six hours from issuance.
Frequently asked questions
When was the thunderstorm warning issued?
At 8:50 am on Sunday, November 8.
Which areas are affected by the warning?
Terengganu (Kemaman and Dungun), Pahang (Kuantan, Pekan and Rompin), Johor (Mersing and Kota Tinggi), and Sabah (Kudat division, including Pitas and Kudat).
How long is the warning valid?
The warning is valid for no more than six hours from issuance.