Strong winds, heavy rain damage Kuching International Airport roof (VIDEO)
KUCHING, Aug 25 — A section of the roof at the arrival area of Kuching International Airport (KIA) was damage...
Kuching International Airport sustained damage to its roof on August 25, 2026 due to strong winds and heavy rain. Airport staff were present to evaluate the situation, while members of the People’s Volunteer Corps (Rela) managed traffic. The damaged roof section was reported on August 25, 2026 in a photograph released by Shahrul Tready.
This weather event was part of broader conditions reported by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia), which predicted heavy rain and thunderstorms across most of Sarawak until 7pm on the same day. Affected areas included Limbang, Miri, Bintulu, Kapit, Sarikei, Sibu, Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, and Mukah.
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