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9
Extreme

hurricane Hurricane Risk in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10

Risk: 9Historical: 2

Key Risk Factors

  • High risk rating for Kuala Lumpur based on ThinkHazard (Cyclone)
  • 1 events on record in proximity
  • 1 event(s) in the last 12 months
  • Within the hurricane strike zone

Peak season: August-October

Last significant event: Tropical Cyclone - Senyar (2025-11-25)

Highest Risk Cities for Hurricanes

1
FEMA: 9Historical: 3
2
FEMA: 9Historical: 0
3
FEMA: 9Historical: 2
4
FEMA: 9Historical: 1
5
Risk: 9Historical: 2
6
Risk: 9Historical: 2
7
Risk: 9Historical: 2
8
Risk: 9Historical: 10
9
Risk: 9Historical: 1
10
Risk: 9Historical: 6
Kuala Lumpur is not in the top 10 for hurricane risk among tracked cities.

How Kuala Lumpur Compares

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Notable Hurricane Events Near Kuala Lumpur

Tropical Cyclone - Senyar

November 24, 2025 WARNING

Impact data not available

Hurricane Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Know your evacuation zone and plan routes in advance
  • 2.Install storm shutters or have plywood pre-cut for windows
  • 3.Stock at least 3 days of water, food, and medications
  • 4.Secure outdoor furniture and trim trees near structures
  • 5.Review your insurance coverage for wind and flood damage

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How this data is built

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia hurricane risk combines Historical Event Intelligence with authoritative hazard modeling from the Geospatial Intelligence Layers catalog. Live hurricane monitoring is available through the Event Intelligence API and the DisasterAWARE Platform.

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