MALAYSIA has recorded a total of 41 heat-related illnesses nationwide, the bulk of which involve heat exhaustion, as authorities continue to monitor elevated temperatures affecting multiple regions.
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said 35 of the cases were attributed to heat exhaustion, alongside three instances of heatstroke linked to physical activity, two cases of indoor heatstroke, and one case of heat cramps.
“However, as of yesterday (April 24), no new heat-related cases have been reported,” he told reporters after officiating the launch of the ‘Mai Kurang’ Recipe Book and the ‘Rewang Bersama Komuniti’ programme at the Tun Abdul Razak Memorial.
Weather conditions remain under close watch, with 13 districts across five states registering Level 1 hot weather, classified as the alert category, as of 6 am today.
The affected areas include Perlis, several districts in Kedah such as Kubang Pasu, Pokok Sena, Pendang, Padang Terap and Sik, as well as parts of Kelantan including Jeli, Tanah Merah, Pasir Mas and Kuala Krai. Two districts in Perak, Kuala Kangsar and Hulu Perak, are also on alert, along with Jerantut in Pahang.
Dzulkefly added that Machang in Kelantan has reached Level 2 hot weather status, indicating heatwave conditions.
In a separate development, the minister voiced support for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s proposal to curb the movement of Cabinet members and ministries as part of efforts to address the global supply crisis.
He said the measure reflects the MADANI Government’s emphasis on prudent fiscal management in the face of mounting challenges.
“Immediate measures need to be considered to ensure Malaysia does not face energy rationing as seen in several other countries,” he said.
Anwar had earlier indicated that the government is refining more decisive steps to reduce energy consumption, including restricting official travel, with a final decision expected at an upcoming National Economic Action Council meeting. - April 25, 2026
