Kuching, Serian, Sibu and Bintulu among areas expected to see thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, strong winds this afternoon(Jan 24)

Jan 24, 2024 @ 15:55

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KUCHING, Jan 24: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning for Kuching and various areas in Sarawak this afternoon.

Anticipated weather conditions include thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and strong winds affecting Kuching (Kuching), Serian, Betong, Sarikei (Sarikei), Sibu (Selangau), and Bintulu (Tatau). The warning, issued at 3.15pm today, remains in effect until 6pm.

“A warning is issued when there are signs of a thunderstorm with a rain intensity greater than 20 mm/hour that is approaching or expected to last for more than an hour. A thunderstorm warning is a short-term warning that is valid for a maximum of six hours per release,” it highlighted. — DayakDaily

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