Malaysian Met Dept Says Whatsapp Messages Of 'Ribut Kuat' Are Not True
The Malaysian Meteorological Department tells the public that there is no storm approaching Malaysia and the rumour circulating on WhatsApp is fake.
By Darian Goh — 15 Oct 2014, 06:30 PM — Updated about 10 years ago
For the past two days, a rumour has been shared widely through WhatsApp about a possible storm hitting Malaysia
That rumour is fake. The Malaysian Meteorological Department has denied ever issuing a warning and have informed the public not to share false information.
Instead, they urge the public to verify reports by checking the official website or to call them on their hotline
When we checked the Met Dept's very basic website, there IS a posting of a warning. We see how confusing it can be for Malaysians checking up on things. The 'warning' was updated with "TIADA" on 15 October, 12.14pm
