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Longer Thunderstorm, Heavy Rain Forecast In Sabah, Sarawak

18/02/2026 02:17 PM

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18  (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has forecast significant weather with the monsoon wind gusts expected to enter the country from Feb 19 to 23.

MetMalaysia director-general Dr Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip said the situation has the potential to result in wetter weather conditions, bringing thunderstorms and heavy rain for a longer period of time in Sabah and Sarawak.

“This situation has also caused strong winds and rough seas in the South China Sea (LCS). In this regard, MetMalaysia has issued a strong wind and rough sea warning for the waters of the LCS effective from Feb 18 to 21, ” he said in a post on Facebook.

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The public is advised to always refer to the website www.met.gov.my and MetMalaysia’s official social media as well as download the myCuaca application for the latest and most accurate information.

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