Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia

09/19/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/19/2024 17:47

TYPHOON PULASAN TO HIT EAST CHINA REGION: UPDATE AND SAFETY MEASURES

TYPHOON PULASAN TO HIT EAST CHINA REGION: UPDATE AND SAFETY MEASURES

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through the Consulate General of Malaysia in Shanghai, is closely monitoring Typhoon Pulasan as it approaches the People's Republic of China. Currently classified as a category 1 typhoon, it is expected to make landfall in the afternoon or the evening of 19 September 2024 with a wind speed of up to 153 km/h that could lead to heavy rainfall and possible flash floods. Disruptions to transportation and power outages are also expected to occur.

As of 2pm on 19 September 2024, Typhoon Pulasan is located in the East China Sea. The typhoon is forecasted to move on its current path and may affect areas in East China including Shanghai, Zhejiang, Jiangsu and Anhui.

Malaysians in the aforementioned areas should stay vigilant and follow the latest updates and guidance provided by the local authorities. Those who have not yet registered and updated their whereabouts and details are strongly encouraged to do so immediately at https://ekonsular.kln.gov.my.

Malaysians requiring consular assistance may contact the Consulate General of Malaysia in Shanghai at the details provided below:

CONSULATE GENERAL OF MALAYSIA IN SHANGHAI

Address: Unit 01, Block B, 9th Floor, Dawning Centre, No. 500,

Hongbaoshi Road, Changning District, 201103 Shanghai

Phone Number: +86 21 6090 0360/ +86 21 6090 0371

E-mail: [email protected]

PUTRAJAYA

19 September 2024