KUALA LUMPUR: Kesan jerebu rentas sempadan dijangka beransur berkurangan apabila negara memasuki fasa peralihan monsun mulai Jumaat ini, susulan perubahan arah pergerakan angin selepas berakhirnya Monsun Barat Daya.

Ketua Pengarah Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (MetMalaysia), Dr Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip, berkata fasa peralihan monsun dijangka berterusan sehingga akhir Oktober ini, sekali gus menandakan berakhirnya musim Monsun Barat Daya yang bermula pada 14 Mei lalu.

Katanya, perubahan corak angin ketika fasa berkenaan dijangka membantu mengurangkan kesan jerebu rentas sempadan dari negara jiran.

"Dengan berakhirnya musim Monsun Barat Daya, kesan jerebu rentas sempadan daripada negara jiran dijangka beransur-ansur berkurangan berikutan berlaku perubahan arah pergerakan angin," katanya dalam kenyataan, hari ini.

Bagaimanapun, Mohd Hisham berkata, orang ramai perlu bersedia menghadapi perubahan cuaca lain sepanjang fasa peralihan monsun berikutan tiupan angin yang lazimnya lemah dan datang dari pelbagai arah.

Menurutnya, keadaan itu boleh menggalakkan pembentukan awan ribut petir yang lazimnya membawa kepada kejadian hujan lebat dan kilat berserta angin kencang dalam tempoh masa singkat.

"Keadaan ini terutama pada waktu petang dan awal malam di kebanyakan kawasan di barat dan pedalaman Semenanjung serta barat Sabah dan Sarawak.

"Fenomena cuaca ini berpotensi menyebabkan banjir kilat, kepala air, pokok tumbang serta kerosakan pada struktur yang tidak kukuh," katanya.

Sehubungan itu, katanya orang ramai dinasihatkan lebih berwaspada ketika tempoh ini dan sentiasa peka dengan ramalan dan amaran cuaca yang dikeluarkan oleh MetMalaysia melalui laman web rasmi, aplikasi mobil myCuaca dan media sosial rasmi Jabatan.

Katanya, orang ramai juga boleh menghubungi Hotline Jabatan 1-300-22-1638 bagi sebarang pertanyaan lanjut.

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 6 — The monsoon transition phase is expected to begin on October 9 and continue until late October, marking the end of the South-west Monsoon, which began on May 14.

Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) director-general Dr Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip said in a statement today that during this phase, the country will experience weak winds blowing from various directions, which are conducive to the formation of thunderstorm clouds.

“This situation typically brings heavy rain and lightning accompanied by strong winds over a short period, particularly during the afternoon and early evening in most areas in the west and interior of the Peninsula, as well as western Sabah and Sarawak.

“These weather phenomena have the potential to cause flash floods, water surges, fallen trees, and damage to unstable structures,” he said.

He added that with the end of the South-west Monsoon, transboundary haze from neighbouring countries is expected to gradually diminish following changes in wind patterns.

As such, the public is advised to exercise greater caution during this period and stay informed about weather forecasts and warnings issued by METMalaysia through its official website, myCuaca mobile application, and official social media platforms.

The public can also contact the department’s hotline at 1-300-22-1638 for further enquiries, he said. — Bernama 

KUCHING (Oct 6): All air quality monitoring stations in Sarawak recorded ‘Moderate’ air quality as of 4pm on Tuesday, according to the Natural Resources and Environment Board’s (NREB) Air Pollutant Index (API) Status for Sarawak.

Serian recorded the highest API reading at 98, followed by Bintulu at 91, while Kuching and Samalaju registered 90 each.

Samarahan and Mukah recorded 86 each, followed by Lundu (85), Betong (81), Belaga (80), Tebedu (78), Sri Aman and Kanowit (76 each), and Sibu (75).

Lubok Antu and Sarikei registered 74 each, followed by Miri (72), Kapit (69), Lawas (65), ILP Miri and Bario (62 each), and Limbang (61).

An API reading of zero to 50 is classified as ‘Good’, 51 to 100 as ‘Moderate’, 101 to 200 as ‘Unhealthy’, 201 to 300 as ‘Very Unhealthy’ and above 300 as ‘Hazardous’.

KUCHING (Oct 6): The Sarawak government is embarking on a RM87 million flood mitigation project within the Stampin Resettlement Scheme, said Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap.

Yap, who is also SUPP deputy treasurer, said the project was an essential infrastructure initiative aimed at addressing flood-related concerns and strengthening flood mitigation measures in the area.

“The project reflects the Sarawak government’s continued commitment to improving flood resilience and upgrading essential infrastructure for the benefit of local communities,” he said in a statement issued after chairing the Kick-Off Meeting and Dialogue Session for the Stampin Resettlement Scheme Flood Mitigation Project here on Monday.

The meeting involved representatives from the state Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID), consultants, contractor and the local community.

Yap said the meeting was vital to ensure that all parties involved have a clear understanding of the project scope, implementation requirements, responsibilities and expected outcomes from the outset.

“A project of this scale requires close coordination between DID, the consultants, contractor and the local community.

“We must ensure that the project is properly implemented, that technical requirements are complied with, and that the concerns of residents are taken into consideration throughout the construction period,” he said.

Yap also emphasised that community engagement must be an integral part of the project, particularly for a flood mitigation project that directly affects residents and their daily lives.

The dialogue session also provided an opportunity for residents and community representatives to raise their concerns, seek clarification and provide feedback directly to the implementing agencies, consultants and contractor.

Yap stressed that the focus must ultimately remain on effective delivery and tangible results for the people.

“For the residents of Stampin Resettlement Scheme, this is not merely an infrastructure project.

“It is about reducing the risk of flooding, protecting homes and property, and providing greater peace of mind for families living here.”

He further called on all parties to maintain open communication and to promptly address any issues that may arise during implementation.

“As the elected representative for Kota Sentosa, I will continue to follow up closely with the relevant agencies to ensure that this RM87 million project is delivered properly and brings tangible benefits to our residents,” he added.