By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, July 10: Kuching and Bau are expected to face thunderstorms and heavy rain until 6pm today, while strong westerly winds are forecast to persist across the country until July 16, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).
The thunderstorm warning, issued at 3pm, is triggered when there are signs indicating thunderstorms with rainfall intensity exceeding 20mm per hour that are imminent or expected to last for more than an hour.
MetMalaysia noted that a thunderstorm warning is a short-term alert, valid for a duration of no more than six hours per issuance.
Furthermore, MetMalaysia said analysis of the latest weather forecast models indicates that the ongoing strong westerly wind pattern is likely to persist across the country until July 16.
This situation has the potential to bring wetter weather conditions accompanied by strong winds, particularly in the northern parts of Peninsular Malaysia, the Federal Territory of Labuan, and western Sabah, including the surrounding maritime areas.
In light of this, the public is advised to stay informed by regularly checking updates on the official MetMalaysia website at www.met.gov.my, its official social media platforms, or by downloading the myCuaca mobile application for accurate and up-to-date weather information. — DayakDaily
