KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning on thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong wind in several areas in Sarawak and Sabah until 6 pm today.
MetMalaysia, in a statement, said affected areas in Sarawak are Sri Aman, Sibu, Selangau, Mukah, Bintulu (Tatau) and Miri.
In Sabah, it involves the west coast areas, namely Tuaran and Kota Belud.
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Bernama
Wed Feb 02 2022
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning on thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong wind in several areas in Sarawak and Sabah until 6 pm today. - FreeImages
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