Weather conditions in Brunei Darussalam are forecast to be active until Friday, the Brunei Darussalam Meteorological Department (BDMD) stated in a release yesterday.
It said occasional heavy and thundery showers are expected, affecting inland areas in the afternoon and spreading across coastal and sea areas at night and in the early morning with wind gust of up to 50 kilometres per hour (km/h) in or near showers.
Brunei is towards the end of the first half of northeast monsoon where the country usually experiences unstable weather conditions, with occasional heavy showers or thundershowers, particularly during the night until early morning, the BDMD added.
During the second half of northeast monsoon (February and March), the atmospheric condition tends to become more stable with reduced rainfall activity. The sea state over Brunei waters is generally at moderate to rough state, between 1.0 to 3.0 metres.
The public is advised to take precautionary actions with respect to the forecasted active weather condition.
The BDMD said there is a high risk of flash floods, especially at low-lying and flood prone areas as well as near river banks during continuous heavy rain and also during high tide.
The risk of landslide, fallen trees and flying roofs are also possible during heavy showers and gusty condition. Rough sea conditions are dangerous to all small boat operations, sea recreational activities and sports.
Public, road users and fishermen are advised to always be up to date with the latest weather forecast, advisory and warning issued by BDMD, and to take actions to ensure safety.
The department said it will continue to monitor the weather conditions and will issue weather advisories or warnings if necessary.
