Overall Green alert Flood
in Malaysia

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Flood can have a low humanitarian impact based on the magnitude, exposed population and vulnerability.

GDACS ID FL 1103560
Death: 0
Displaced: 104
Countries: Malaysia
From - To 14 Oct - 16 Oct

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Malaysia - Severe weather (ECHO 22 Oct 2025)Fri, 17 Oct 2025 09:44

  • On 14-15 October, severe weather, including thunderstorms, strong wind, and flash floods, has been affecting Klang district - particularly Meru town - and Kuala Langat district of Selangor state, western Malaysia, resulting in widespread damage.
  • According to media, as of 15 October, 13 people were injured around Meru and Kuala Langat, and 36 people were displaced and sheltered in a city council building in Meru. Another 65 people were evacuated in Lips due to flash floods; a second shelter was opened close by. Widespread damage to 40 homes, five schools, one community hall, and several vehicles are reported.
  • Over the next 48 hours, additional rain with isolated heavy rain is forecast across the country. For 17 October, authorities have issued a thunderstorm warning, including lightning and strong winds for large parts of Malaysia, including Selangor state. 
Pahang State, Malaysia, Mid-October 2025Disaster authorities reported flooding in Pahang State, Malaysia, in mid-October 2025.Tue 14 Oct 2025Provided by Copernicus EMS GloFAS
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