GEORGE TOWN: A heavy downpour since late last night has triggered flash floods in sever¬al low-lying areas here today.
The rain began at about 11.30pm in some areas and lasted until early this morning.
Water rose up to knee level after Sungai Pinang, Sungai Dondang and Sungai Air Itam filled up and overflowed into nearby streets at between 5am and 6am.
Amongst the affected areas are Jalan P Ramlee, Jalan Air Itam, Lebuhraya Thean Teik and Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah.
Some residents were seen desperately moving their vehicles to higher ground.
The water slowly subsided beginning 6.30am after the rain stopped.
Many affected residents are now busy cleaning up th¬eir drenched homes, with the help of workers from the Penang Island City Council (MBPP).
A landslide was also reported at Paya Terubong due to the heavy shower.