Kuching, Serian, Samarahan among areas in S’wak under thunderstorm alert until 7pm (July 2)

A file photo of a thunderstorm brewing in the distance in Batu Kawah.
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By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, July 2: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning for several areas across Sarawak, forecasting heavy rain, strong winds, and lightning until 7pm tonight.

The affected divisions include Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Bintulu, Miri (Subis, Miri, and Marudi), and Limbang.

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The warning, issued at 4.35pm today, indicates potential thunderstorms with rainfall intensity exceeding 20mm/hour, expected to last for more than an hour.

MetMalaysia clarified that thunderstorm alerts are short-term warnings valid for up to six hours, based on observed or expected severe weather conditions. — DayakDaily

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