MetMalaysia: Limbang, Miri placed under Level 1 Alert for hot weather, temps as high as 37°C

Limbang and Miri have been classified as having hot weather conditions, with temperatures exceeding 35°C and reaching 37°C for at least three consecutive days. Photo credit: MetMalaysia

By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, Sept 8: Limbang and Miri are currently under a Level 1 (Alert) for hot weather conditions, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).

In a statement today, MetMalaysia said Limbang, Telang Usan and Marudi districts have been classified as having hot weather conditions, with temperatures exceeding 35°C and reaching 37°C as at 4pm.

In other parts of Sarawak, Kuching and other districts are experiencing temperature up to a maximum of 34°C with downpour and thunderstorms in several areas.

MetMalaysia defines its hot weather alerts as Level 1 (Alert), where a maximum daily temperature reaches 35°C to 37°C for at least three consecutive days; Level 2 (Heat Wave) where the maximum daily temperature exceeds 37°C to 40°C for at least three consecutive days and Level 3 (Extreme Heat Wave) where the maximum daily temperature hits 40°C for at least three consecutive days.

On Aug 22, MetMalaysia has reported that all divisions in Sarawak will receive rain at an average level which is between 150mm to 350mm.

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