Level 1 heat alert issued for Kuching, six other districts in Sarawak

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By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, July 30: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has placed seven districts in Sarawak on Level 1 (Alert) due to hot weather conditions.

According to a MetMalaysia statement issued today and updated at 6am, the affected districts are Kuching, Sri Aman, Lubok Antu, Kapit, Sibu, Telang Usan, and Marudi.

MetMalaysia defines its hot weather alerts as: Level 1 (Alert): maximum daily temperature 35°C to 37°C for at least three consecutive days; Level 2 (Heat Wave): maximum daily temperature exceeding 37°C to 40°C for at least three consecutive days; and Level 3 (Extreme Heat Wave): maximum daily temperature above 40°C for at least three consecutive days.

The department further advised the public to refer to its website at www.met.gov.my and social media platforms or download the myCuaca application to obtain the latest accurate information. — DayakDaily