MetMalaysia: Thunderstorms predicted in Kuching, Miri and Limbang today

A map showing the regions that will be affected by thunderstorms on March 31, 2023. Photo credit: MetMalaysia

KUCHING, March 31: Several areas in Sarawak are expected to experience thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds until 4pm today.

According to a notice by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) issued at 1pm today, the areas affected are Kuching division, followed by Miri involving Miri and Marudi areas, and Limbang.

A thunderstorm warning is issued when there are signs of a thunderstorm with a rain intensity of more than 20 mm/hour that is close or expected to last for more than an hour.


A thunderstorm warning is a short-term warning valid for a period not exceeding six hours for a single release. — DayakDaily