PETALING JAYA (THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) - Several major roads in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur were inundated after a downpour that started at around 3pm on Monday (April 25).

The Integrated Transport Information System (Itis) shared several photos on social media showing the affected locations.

Among them were major roads in downtown KL, including Jalan Parlimen, Jalan Segambut, Jalan Kuching and Jalan Ampang.

"It is raining heavily in the city centre. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when driving," Itis said on its Facebook page.

The images also showed heavy traffic in other major roads such as Jalan Pudu, Jalan Maharajalela and Jalan Tun Razak.