IPOH, Dec 8 — Perakians have been reminded to remain vigilant and adhere to directives issued by the authorities, as the state braces for the second wave of the Northeast Monsoon, expected to persist until March next year.

Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said that such directives are not issued arbitrarily, but are based on thorough risk assessments conducted by the relevant departments and agencies.