KUANTAN, Nov 12 – The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, has advised residents across the state to exercise heightened vigilance and adhere strictly to government and rescue agency directives during the ongoing monsoon season.
In an official advisory posted on the Pahang Sultanate’s Facebook page on Thursday, November 12, 2026, His Royal Highness urged the public to prioritize personal and family safety amidst unpredictable weather conditions and prolonged rainfall risks capable of triggering floods and natural disasters.
“His Royal Highness urges residents in low-lying areas and near river basins to take early precautionary measures, including securing important documents, parking vehicles in safe locations, and being prepared to evacuate when instructed by the authorities,” the royal statement read.
Al-Sultan Abdullah also reminded citizens to actively monitor official weather advisories and river level alerts issued by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) and the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS) through verified channels.
Expressing confidence in emergency readiness, His Royal Highness called upon all disaster management committees, security forces, and local authorities to remain on high standby to safeguard public welfare.
“His Royal Highness also calls on the public to foster unity and a spirit of mutual assistance, while looking out for the elderly, persons with disabilities (OKU), children, and others in need, particularly during emergencies,” the statement added.
The Pahang Ruler expressed hope that collective preparedness and proactive community cooperation will minimize disaster impacts and protect residents statewide throughout the monsoon period.
Royal Advisory Directives, Preparedness Guidelines, and Community Safeguards
Key precautionary steps, monitoring channels, and community directives include:
- Royal Decree Source: Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah (via Pahang Sultanate official Facebook page).
- High-Risk Group Precautions: Residents in low-lying zones and river basins urged to secure critical documents, relocate vehicles to higher ground, and prepare for immediate evacuation orders.
- Official Monitoring Channels: Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) and Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS).
- Community & Vulnerable Support: Emphasis on mutual aid and prioritizing the safety of the elderly, persons with disabilities (OKU), and children during emergencies.
- Agency Readiness: Disaster management bodies, security forces, and local councils urged to maintain continuous standby readiness.
–NMT
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