KUCHING: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for an approaching thunderstorm accompanied by heavy rain and strong winds in Sarawak.
The areas expected to be affected are Sibu (Selangau), Mukah (Matu, Dalat, and Mukah), Bintulu and Miri (Subis and Miri) until 2pm today (Jun 5).
This alert is issued in response to signs indicating an imminent thunderstorm with rainfall intensity exceeding 20mm/hour, expected to last for an hour or more.
Thunderstorm alerts are temporary notifications valid for up to 6 hours for a specific region.
