SHAH ALAM, Aug 18 — The strong weather earlier predicted for parts of Selangor and the rest of the country continues, as the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) forecasted heavy rains, strong winds and thunderstorms for Sabak Bernam district until 12pm noon today.
In a statement issued at 9am, it said other states which are also affected included Perak (Kerian, Larut, Matang and Selama, Perak Tengah, Bagan Datuk and Hilir Perak).
MetMalaysia issues warnings whenever signs indicate a thunderstorm with a rain intensity exceeding 20 mm that is close to or is expected to occur for more than an hour.
A thunderstorm warning is a short-term warning valid for a period not exceeding six hours for a single release.
