The highlighted area in Sarawak issued with thunderstorm warnings. Source: MetMalaysia/FB

By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, May 11: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued thunderstorm warnings to the north and south areas of Sarawak, which are expected to last until 5pm today.

According to the advisory notice released by MetMalaysia at 1.45pm today, Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Miri (Telang Usan and Marudi), and Limbang are listed as the areas to be affected by the rainy weather.

Based on the Facebook post, the warning is only issued when there are signs of thunderstorms with rain intensity exceeding 20mm an hour or with a downpour that is expected to occur for more than an hour.

MetMalaysia encourages the public to stay informed by monitoring their official website at www.met.gov.my, or keeping up with their social media platforms as well as downloading the MyCuaca app for the most current and reliable weather updates. — DayakDaily