Thunderstorm and heavy rain warning in several states including Sarawak
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain expected to occur in several states in Malaysia, including Sarawak, until 7pm today (July 12). In Sarawak, the affected areas include Kuching (Bau and Kuching), Samarahan, Sarikei (Julau and Meradong), Sibu, and Mukah. This warning has been issued due to indications […]
Thunderstorm, heavy rain warning in Miri and Limbang
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain expected to occur in Miri, Marudi, and Limbang until 12 noon today (July 12). This warning has been issued due to indications of thunderstorms with rainfall intensity exceeding 20mm/hour, which is likely to persist for an hour or more. Thunderstorm warnings […]
Moderate earthquake strikes Taiwan region
A moderate earthquake struck the Taiwan region at 5:22 AM today, as reported by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia). The earthquake registered a magnitude of 5.0 and occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres. Its epicentre was located at coordinates 21.9 degrees north and 121.5 degrees east, approximately 144 kilometres southeast of Kaohsiung, Taiwan. There […]
Thunderstorm and heavy rain warning in Sarawak
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms and heavy rain expected to hit several areas in Sarawak until 4pm. Today (July 2). The affected regions include Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei, Sibu, Mukah, Song, Kapit, Bintulu, Subis, Miri, Marudi, and Limbang. This warning indicates the likelihood of short-term thunderstorms […]
Strong winds forecast in northern states until July 5
KUALA LUMPUR: The northern states in the peninsula, including their waters, are expected to experience strong westerly winds until July 5. In a statement today, the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said the condition may cause thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in the states concerned. “Thunderstorms with heavy rain and strong winds may also occur […]
Earthquake in neighbouring country, no tsunami threat to Malaysia
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) reported a moderate earthquake in Java, Indonesia at 8:57pm last night (June 30). The 5.8 magnitude earthquake occurred at a depth of 103 kilometres at coordinates 8.6 degrees south, 110.0 degrees east, approximately 96 kilometres southwest of Yogyakarta. No tsunami threat to Malaysia has been issued following the earthquake.
Thunderstorm and heavy rain warning for Sarawak
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms and heavy rain expected to impact multiple areas in Sarawak until 6pm today (June 30). The affected regions include Bau, Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Simunjan, Julau, Meradong, Sibu, Daro, Matu, Dalat, Mukah, Song, Kapit, and Tatau. This thunderstorm warning signifies a short-term advisory valid for […]
Weather forecast for Aidiladha
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a special weather forecast for the Aidiladha celebration on June 29 and 30. Generally, no significant or extreme weather conditions are expected during the Aidiladha celebration in 2023. However, it noted that isolated thunderstorms may still occur in certain states.
Hot weather alert: Betong under heightened vigilance
KUCHING: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued an update on the hot weather conditions, indicating that two regions are currently on Level 1 alert as of 4:40 pm yesterday (Jun 24). In West Malaysia, the areas of Jempol and Rompin in Pahang are affected, while in Sarawak, Betong has been identified as a hotspot. […]
Heavy rain warning for Kapit
KUCHING: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall expected in Kapit. The warning is in effect for Song, Kapit, and Bukit Mabong until 5 pm today (Jun 15). This warning was issued due to clear signs of thunderstorms with rainfall intensity exceeding 20mm/hour, persisting for an hour or […]
