PUTRAJAYA, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- The public is advised to postpone all water recreational activities, including bathing, swimming, picnicking and camping at rivers, rapids, waterfalls and irrigation canals throughout the 2026/2027 Northeast Monsoon (MTL) season.
JBPM Warns Against Water Recreational Activities During Northeast Monsoon
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JBPM warns people to avoid water recreation during the 2026/2027 Northeast Monsoon due to unpredictable weather, heavy rain, and sudden water surges that could endanger lives.
- JBPM advises postponing bathing, swimming, picnicking and camping at rivers, rapids, waterfalls and irrigation canals during the monsoon.
- Heavy rainfall and strong currents can cause sudden water level rises, posing serious safety risks.
- Eight people were swept away in a recent Sungai Pertak incident, while 26 others were rescued.
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