MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm alert for six states, Labuan until 11am
In a statement, it said thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected in Bandar Baharu, Kedah, as well as several areas in Penang, namely the south-west and north-east of Penang Island, Seberang Perai Tengah and Seberang Perai Selatan.
Similar weather conditions are also forecast in Kerian, Perak; Kuala Selangor and Klang in Selangor; and Kota Tinggi and Johor Bahru in Johor.
In Sabah, the warning covers the Interior areas of Kuala Penyu and Beaufort, as well as Kudat. — Bernama
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