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Malaysia · Country watch

Floods Worsen in Selangor; Thunderstorm Alert Issued

Severe flooding in Selangor and Perak displaces thousands, while a thunderstorm warning affects logistics and travel across Malaysia.

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Conditions in Malaysia are deteriorating due to severe flooding in Selangor and Perak, displacing thousands and disrupting logistics. Additionally, nationwide thunderstorm warnings further complicate travel and operations.

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In this briefing Selangor · Perak · Malaysian Meteorological Department · Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security

Disruption

  • Logistics
  • Public sector

Floods Displace Over 4,000 in Selangor and Perak

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Flooding in Selangor and Perak has worsened, displacing over 4,504 people as of this afternoon, according to Utusan Online. The number of evacuees increased from 1,404 in the morning to over 4,000 by the afternoon, with the majority being housed in temporary shelters. Selangor has the highest number of evacuees, with 1,206 people relocated to nine shelters across three districts. This situation is expected to impact transportation and logistics in the affected regions.

Impact Logistics and transport operators face disruptions due to severe flooding in Selangor and Perak, affecting over 4,000 evacuees.

Sources: utusen Online ↗

Safety & health

  • Logistics
  • Public sector

MetMalaysia Issues Thunderstorm Warning Nationwide

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning for nearly all states in Peninsular Malaysia, as well as Sabah and Sarawak, until 7 PM today, reports Kosmo! The warning includes heavy rain and strong winds, which may disrupt travel and logistics operations. Areas in Kelantan such as Gua Musang, Pasir Puteh, Machang, Jeli, Kota Bharu, and Bachok are among those affected.

Impact Travel and logistics operators across Malaysia face potential delays due to widespread thunderstorm warnings.

Sources: Kosmo! ↗

Politics

  • Agriculture

Government Assures Sufficient Rice Stock Amid Cyber Concerns

Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad has reassured the public that Malaysia's national rice stock is sufficient, addressing concerns over potential cyber-attacks, according to Malaysiakini. The ministry will continuously assess the situation to ensure stability in rice supply. This announcement aims to prevent panic buying and maintain market confidence.

Impact Rice importers and retailers are assured of stable supply amid cyber-attack concerns, preventing potential panic buying.

Sources: Malaysiakini ↗

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