PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds over 12 states as well as Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya, effective until 6pm on Monday (Feb 16). MetMalaysia, in a statement, said the severe warning is expected to affect several districts in Kedah (Kuala Muda, Baling, Kulim dan Bandar Baharu), Pulau Pinang (Seberang Perai Utara, Seberang Perai Tengah dan Seberang Perai Selatan) and Perak (Kerian, Larut, Matang Dan Selama, Hulu Perak, Kuala Kangsar, Kinta dan Kampar). Over in the east coast, alerts were also issued for Kelantan (Gua Musang), Terengganu (Hulu Terengganu, Dungun dan Kemaman). Over in East Malaysia, affected areas include Sarawak (Limbang) Sabah interior of Nabawan dan Keningau, Tawau, Lahad Datu, and Kudat (Pitas). A thunderstorm warning is a short-term warning that is valid for a period not exceeding six hours for any single release.

Source: The Star February 16, 2026 10:21 UTC