THE Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of continuous rain for several parts of Sarawak, starting today until January 4. 

According to a statement issued at 1.30pm today, continuous rain is expected in Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei, Sibu and Mukah. 

Similar weather conditions are also expected in several areas in Sabah, involving Sandakan (Telupid, Kinabatangan and Beluran) and Kudat. 

MetMalaysia in the same statement said a similar forecast is expected in Kelantan and Terengganu for two days from January 6.

It said the Kelantan districts involved are Tumpat, Pasir Mas, Kota Baru, Jeli, Tanah Merah, Bachok, Machang, Pasir Puteh and Kuala Krai, while for Terengganu it involves Besut, Setiu, Kuala Nerus and Kuala Terengganu. – Bernama, January 3, 2023.