Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad pointed out that due to the persistently hot and dry weather, cloud seeding operations will be carried out next week in Melaka and Johor.
He said that the Meteorological Department is closely monitoring current weather conditions, as temperatures during the inter-monsoon period have risen to 37.5 degrees Celsius.
“Last week, we had already conducted cloud seeding in several states and achieved certain results. However, the increase in river water levels has still not reached our targeted expectations.”
“Therefore, we have received requests and, next week, will conduct cloud seeding operations in Johor and Melaka to respond to the ongoing hot and dry weather, which is expected to last through May and June.”
He said this to reporters today (14th) after attending the pre-launch event for the International Sustainability Week (ISW) 2026.
As part of early mitigation measures, the government, together with the National Disaster Management Agency and the Royal Malaysian Air Force, launched a four-day cloud seeding operation starting April 6 targeting main dams in Perlis, Kedah, Kelantan, Perak, Pahang, and Johor to maintain water supply for domestic and agricultural use.
In addition, Nik Nazmi mentioned that given the risk of transboundary haze if forest fires break out in other countries during dry spells, Malaysia will continue to maintain close communication with neighboring countries.
He said that the authorities will continue to monitor developments and issue relevant advisories as the situation evolves.