KUANTAN, April 21 — Continuous heavy rain lasting over two hours triggered flash floods in the Habu Heights area of Cameron Highlands yesterday afternoon.

Cameron Highlands police chief Superintendent Azri Ramli said the incident followed a heavy downpour that began at 2pm in the hilly terrain, resulting in a swift flow of muddy water onto the Ringlet main road.

“The runoff from hilly areas surged onto the main road, causing flash floods. However, the situation remained under control, and the waters fully receded by around 4pm,” he said when contacted by Bernama yesterday.

Azri said that, while no casualties were reported, two police reports have been lodged regarding vehicles that were moved by strong currents.

“The involved vehicles were only pushed forward by the force of the water, and no injuries were reported,” he said.

He added that the affected locations have since been cleared and are now safe for all road users. — Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 — No Malaysians have been reported seriously affected, aside from minor disruptions, following a powerful magnitude 7.5 earthquake that struck off the coast of Iwate Prefecture in northern Japan on Monday afternoon.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through the Embassy of Malaysia in Tokyo, is closely monitoring developments following the earthquake, which occurred at 4.53pm (local time).

“The Embassy is maintaining close contact with the Japanese authorities and is actively reaching out to the Malaysian community to ensure their safety and well-being.

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to monitor the situation and will provide further updates from time to time as more information becomes available,” the statement said.

A strong 7.5-magnitude earthquake shook northeastern and northern Japan on Monday, prompting a tsunami warning, according to the country’s meteorological agency, as reported by Kyodo News.

Japanese authorities have issued tsunami warnings for coastal areas, with waves of up to three metres expected. The situation remains unstable, and local authorities are assessing the impact of the earthquake as well as the potential tsunami risk.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised Malaysians in Japan, particularly those in affected areas, to remain vigilant, move to higher ground immediately if they are near coastal areas, and strictly follow evacuation orders and safety guidance issued by the Japanese authorities.

PETALING JAYA – Jabatan Meteorologi (MetMalaysia) mengeluarkan amaran ribut petir susulan jangkaan hujan lebat dan angin kencang membabitkan beberapa kawasan di Semenanjung dan Sarawak hingga pukul 1 tengah hari ini.

MetMalaysia dalam kenyataan berkata, kawasan yang terlibat di Semenanjung adalah Perak (Manjung, Perak Tengah, Bagan Datuk, Hilir Perak, Batang Padang dan Muallim) dan Pahang (Bera dan Rompin).

Selain itu, cuaca buruk turut melibatkan kawasan di Selangor (Sabak Bernam, Kuala Selangor, Hulu Selangor, Klang dan Gombak), Negeri Sembilan (Jempol dan Tampin) dan Johor (Segamat).

Di Sarawak, kawasan yang terlibat adalah Kuching, Serian, Samarahan dan Kapit (Bukit Mabong).

MetMalaysia memaklumkan, amaran hujan lebat dikeluarkan apabila terdapat tanda-tanda menunjukkan ribut petir dengan intensiti hujan melebihi 20 milimeter sejam yang hampir atau dijangka berlaku melebihi sejam.

“Amaran ribut petir adalah amaran jangka pendek yang sah dalam tempoh tidak melebihi enam jam untuk satu-satu keluaran,” lapor MetMalaysia. – KOSMO! ONLINE

RANAU, April 21 — A weak earthquake measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale struck Kundasang at 3.02am today, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department.

The quake, centred about 8km northwest of Ranau at a depth of 10km, may have caused light tremors in surrounding areas.

Authorities are monitoring the situation and have urged those who felt the tremors to submit feedback via the MetMalaysia website.

Ranau Fire and Rescue Station chief PPgB Rantey Fred said no reports of damage or casualties have been received with conditions remaining under control following monitoring in Kundasang and Ranau.

Residents are advised to stay alert, move to open areas during tremors, avoid panic, and report any emergencies to authorities via 999 or the Ranau fire department hotline. — Daily Express