Heavy rain damages ceiling at Kuching airport
Malaysia Airports says the affected area has been secured while safety checks are carried out.
Kuching International Airport’s pick-up and drop-off area experienced damage from heavy rain and strong winds today. A section of the external ceiling collapsed, creating a significant hole. Malaysia Airports stated that the affected area was on the inner lane of the airport’s pick-up and drop-off zone. Safety inspections were initiated, and measures were being coordinated to secure the site.
Airport operations continued, with a focus on maintaining safe access to the terminal and minimizing inconvenience to passengers. Flight information indicated that flights were still operating, with several departures scheduled as usual. Social media shared videos and photos showing the collapsed ceiling in the arrivals driveway, but there were no reports of injuries at the time.
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