MetMalaysia: Thunderstorms expected in Kuching, Serian, Samarahan until 6pm today

A map showing areas that will be affected by thunderstorm, which include other states in Malaysia. Photo credit: MetMalaysia

KUCHING, Jan 7: The Malaysia Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued thunderstorm warnings for Kuching, Serian, and Samarahan today.

According to MetMalaysia on its Facebook page, at 2.40pm, thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds are expected in the affected areas until 6pm.

“The warning is issued when there are signs of a thunderstorm with rain intensity exceeding 20 millimetres per hour that is close or expected to occur for more than an hour,” it said.

It added a thunderstorm warning is a short-term warning valid for a period not exceeding six hours for a single issue. — DayakDaily