There’s a 90 percent chance that El Nino will reach the ‘very strong’ category when it hits later this year.
The Met Department says its forecasts and weekly observations points towards the so-called Super El Nino, which will likely be one of the most extreme weather events ever recorded.
Its also not ruling out a repeat of the high temperatures during the previous phenomenon in 1998 where Chuping in Perlis exceeded 40 degrees Celsius.
El Nino is expected to bring hotter and drier conditions between October and December, followed by a significant reduction in rainfall from February to May.
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In a related development, Serian, Kuching, Sri Aman, Mukah and Samarahan in Sarawak are currently the only areas recording unhealthy Air Pollutant Index readings.
According to the Department of Environment a further 57 areas are also currently experiencing moderate air quality levels.
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Kampar in Perak has the highest proportion of older citizens in the country…with more than 12 and a half percent of its population aged 65 and above.
The National Population and Family Development Board says the figure surpasses both the national average of 8 percent, and Perak’s overall proportion of just over 10 percent.
It told The Star that the ageing trend in Kampar is due to younger residents moving out for work, and retirees returning there for a quieter life.
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In other news…
The Transport Ministry says those travelling on the JB-Singapore RTS Link can still use their regular passports for immigration clearance, while QR codes are available as an option via the digital system.
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A Malaysian woman and a foreign security guard have been arrested, as part of investigations into the Jalur Gemilang and Johor state flag being flown upside down at a factory in Kulai.
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And, the Prime Minister assures that Budget 2027 -which will be tabled on October 9th - will prioritize the people’s aspirations, and improve their wellbeing.
