In a statement today, MetMalaysia said that the areas affected are Tumpat, Pasir Mas, Kota Bharu, Jeli, Tanah Merah, Bachok, Machang, Pasir Puteh and Kuala Krai, while in Pahang it involves Kuantan.
The first phase of the National Flood Forecast and Warning Programme (PRAB), despite its whopping RM129 million development cost, is ineffective in warning people about floods.