Flood alert for coastal residents, with 5.2m high tide tomorrow
The fire and rescue department said water flows from two rivers could converge with the high tide, increasing the risk of flooding in low-lying areas.
Selangor residents in coastal and low-lying regions have been warned to stay alert for potential flooding, with a high tide of up to 5.2 meters forecasted for tomorrow. The Selangor fire and rescue department has issued a flood alert, citing the convergence of water from the Buloh and Ijok rivers with the high tide as a potential source of increased flooding risk.
The department pointed to recent flash floods in Kampung Melayu Subang as evidence of the heightened risk, with about 92 houses reported inundated on Monday after heavy rain. Social media posts showed water levels rising within minutes of rainfall, with some users claiming this was the third flash flood to strike the area in a single week.
Authorities advise residents to prepare early for potential flooding, particularly those living in coastal areas around Kuala Selangor.
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