GEORGE TOWN: Strong winds in the state on Tuesday was caused by cumulonimbus clouds, which brought about mild thunderstorms, says the Penang Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).

       These conditions could occur in the afternoon throughout this week and the department would continue to monitor and update weather warnings from time to time, said Penang MetMalaysia.

       “Based on our monitoring, Butterworth Meteorological Station recorded a total rainfall of 19.4mm at 6pm (Tuesday), while 8.4mm was recorded by the Perai Air Pollution Meteorological Station,” it said in a statement reported by Bernama.

       Heavy rains and strong winds, which had hit several areas on the island at about 5pm on Tuesday had uprooted trees and ripped off roof structures, but no injuries or casualties were reported.