Heat alert issued across 14 areas in the Peninsular and Borneo as temperatures soar

THE Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has reported that 14 areas nationwide are currently experiencing hot weather conditions at Level 1, classified as an “alert” status, as of 6am today.

In a statement, the department said the affected areas include Perlis; several districts in Kedah comprising Kubang Pasu, Pendang, Kota Setar and Padang Terap; and parts of Perak, namely Kuala Kangsar and Hulu Perak.

In Kelantan, the affected districts are Jeli, Pasir Mas, Tanah Merah and Machang, while in the Klang Valley, Kuala Lumpur and parts of Selangor including Gombak and Sepang have also been placed under the alert level.

In East Malaysia, Beaufort and Telupid in Sabah, as well as Limbang in Sarawak, are also affected.

MetMalaysia explained that a Level 1 heat alert is issued when daily maximum temperatures remain between 35°C and 37°C for at least three consecutive days.

Members of the public have been advised to remain vigilant and to monitor the latest weather updates through the department’s official website at [www.met.gov.my](http://www.met.gov.my). - April 29, 2026