QuickCheck: Is a second wave of severe wind and rain going to hit northern Malaysia? – The Star Online

A VIRAL message on states that northern Malaysia will be facing another round of severe weather at the end of the year.

Is this true?

Verdict:

PARTIALLY TRUE

Fearmongers have obviously hard at work as others struggle to recover from the floods.

A "warning" that has been floating around on social media recently states:

"Early warning... second waves of extreme wind is expected to hit Malaysia on Dec 27.

"Wind speeds of 22km/h are expected to hit Kuantan while Langkawi will be hit the worst, at 35km/h wind speeds.

"Repercussions could hit Penang island and mainland, causing flash floods... best not to visit Langkawi, or the east coast towards the end of this month.

"Roads from Johor up towards Kelantan will be affected as well, so avoid travelling on these highways...".

It is, however, only half-true.

Malaysia Meteorological Department director-general issued an alert at 6pm on Tuesday (Dec 21), alerting Malaysians of a "monsoonal surge" from Dec 27 to Dec 28.

There is a low probability of heavy rain in the east coast of the peninsula while eastern Sabah and western Sarawak will face a high potential of storms.

South China Sea is expected to face strong winds and rough seas at that time too.

Penang is expected to be hot and sunny on Dec 27 while Kedah will face scattered thunderstorms.

Stay updated on the weather by visiting http://www.met.gov.my.

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QuickCheck: Is a second wave of severe wind and rain going to hit northern Malaysia? - The Star Online