In brief
A severe weather alert covering Kuala Lumpur and several states prompted warnings of flash floods, falling trees, and outdoor disruptions. The social welfare department reported that flooding had displaced more than 1,000 people in Selangor, Perak, and Sarawak by 3 p.m. local time.
On Tuesday, 10 November 2026, the Malaysian Meteorological Department issued a thunderstorm warning that covered Kuala Lumpur and several states, including Perlis, Negeri Sembilan, Selangor, Johor, Kedah, Sabah, and Sarawak.
Public Advisory
The warning urged residents to remain vigilant against the risk of flash floods, falling trees, and disruptions to outdoor activities due to the expected bad weather.
Impact and Response
According to the country’s social welfare department, flooding has displaced over 1,000 people in Selangor, Perak, and Sarawak as of 3 p.m. local time.
In Selangor, residents in low‑lying communities reported that rising waters had cut off access to local shops and schools, while in Perak a small river overflowed, forcing several families to move to higher ground. The Sarawak flood events were linked to rapid rainfall accumulation in the interior, causing road sections to become impassable.
Emergency relief teams from the Malaysian Red Crescent Society and local district councils have been dispatched to provide temporary shelters, food supplies, and medical assistance to the displaced populations.
The meteorological agency’s statement highlighted that the thunderstorm, heavy rain and strong winds could lead to widespread property damage, and advised the public to secure loose outdoor items and avoid traveling through flood‑prone areas.
Timelines for the forecast indicate that the most intense rainfall is expected to occur after 6 p.m. local time, potentially worsening the flood situation overnight.
Authorities have been coordinating with the national disaster management authority to monitor river levels and issue timely evacuation orders where necessary.
