PETALING JAYA: Three districts in Kedah have hit Level 2 heatwave status while 16 other areas across Peninsular Malaysia have been listed under Level 1, says the Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia). In an update at 6am on Wednesday (March 25), MetMalaysia said Pokok Sena, Pendang and Baling are now under Level 2. The Level 2 status is reached when maximum daily temperatures range between 37°C and 40°C for at least three consecutive days. Meanwhile, 16 areas have been placed under Level 1. The Level 1 status is reached when maximum daily temperatures range between 35°C and 37°C for at least three consecutive days.

Source: The Star March 25, 2026 03:01 UTC