Several parts of the Klang Valley were hit with flash floods over the past few days, disrupting traffic and causing damage to properties.
Key takeaways
Following the end of a prolonged haze episode in early November 2026, Malaysia entered its northeast monsoon season, bringing heavy rains and severe weather. Flash floods in Shah Alam on November 4 submerged major roads, causing traffic disruptions and stranding heavy vehicles.
- The haze season ended in early November 2026, coinciding with the start of the northeast monsoon.
- Shah Alam experienced flash floods on November 4, submerging major roads before sunrise.
- Heavy flooding on a highway in Section 13 forced road closures and stranded lorries.
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The next time you hear someone saying “Ah Malaysia’s weather is so lovely, it’s warm, sunny and pleasant”, tell them they’re only half right.
After suffering nearly a quarter of a year of haze brought upon by man-made forest and peat fires from across the sea since August 2026, the end of the ordeal in early November marked the beginning of the northeast monsoon season which brings heavy rain, thunderstorms, and all-around miserable wet weather all across the Malaysian Peninsula.
We all know what comes with heavy precipitation: flash floods, strong winds, falling trees, and many traffic accidents as well as damage to properties, private or otherwise.
