THE Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has predicted rain in the east and north of Sabah for two days starting tomorrow, following the concentration of winds expected to occur in the areas, based on an analysis of weather models.

It said the situation has the potential to produce rain in the affected areas during the period.

Also in the same period, thunderstorms with heavy rain and strong winds are expected to occur in the interior and west of the peninsula as well as central and western Sarawak in the afternoon to evening, it said in a statement today.

“The strong winds and rough seas warning in the South China Sea is in effect until Thursday. The public is advised to always refer to www.met.gov.my and the department’s social media platforms or myCuaca application for authentic information,” it said. – Bernama, January 2, 2023.