El Nino combined with the equinox to drive temperatures in several states in Malaysia 's peninsular and Sabah close to danger levels ( 40 °C ) over the weekend . He said the ministry would continue to monitor developments and share updates on the weather for the attention and action of other ministries as well as the public. Professor Dr Fredolin ##o , a climatology and oceanography expert , said the dry spell could last until May , leaving villagers who rely on streams , rivers and rain for water at risk .
El Nino combined with the equinox to drive temperatures in several states in Malaysia 's peninsular and Sabah close to danger levels ( 40 °C ) over the weekend . Professor Dr Fredolin ##o , a climatology and oceanography expert , said the dry spell could last until May , leaving villagers who rely on streams , rivers and rain for water at risk .