7 districts in S’wak to face thunderstorms, strong winds until 9pm (Oct 15)

Thunderstorm. — DayakDaily.com file pic. // Photo: Pixabay

By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, Oct 15: Heavy rain, strong winds, and thunderstorms are expected in several areas in Sarawak until 9pm tonight.

In an alert posted at 5.30pm today, the Malaysian Meteorological Department (METMalaysia) said the affected areas are Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei, Sibu, Kanowit, Tanjung Manis, and Song.

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

“A thunderstorm warning is a short-term warning valid for a period not exceeding six hours for a single issue,” said the department. — DayakDaily