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Thunderstorm alert issued for East Malaysia states
The Malaysian Meteorological Department has warned of severe thunderstorm activity across Sarawak, Sabah and the Federal Territory of Labuan. Residents are advised to take precautions as the weather system develops.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning affecting Sarawak, Sabah and Labuan, cautioning residents and authorities to prepare for potentially hazardous weather conditions.
The warning comes as atmospheric conditions over the East Malaysian states are expected to produce heavy rainfall, strong winds and lightning activity in the coming period. MetMalaysia's alert system is designed to give residents adequate notice to secure loose outdoor items and avoid unnecessary travel during peak storm activity.
Thunderstorms in the region during this season are not uncommon, though their intensity and timing can vary. The department typically updates warnings as weather systems evolve, providing residents and emergency management agencies with real-time information to enhance public safety.
Members of the public are encouraged to monitor weather updates from MetMalaysia through official channels and to exercise caution in areas prone to flooding or landslides. Authorities in the affected states are on standby to respond to any weather-related incidents.