{
  "id": 3930529,
  "title": "In Sarawak, Jalan Lapangan Terbang junction to close overnight for works from Aug 28 to 29",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/in-sarawak-jalan-lapangan-terbang-junction-to-close-overnight-for-3930529",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-28T08:42:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/08/28/in-sarawak-jalan-lapangan-terbang-junction-to-close-overnight-for-works-from-aug-28-to-29/233053"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUCHING, Aug 28 — Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd has announced that the junction linking Jalan Lapangan Terbang to Lorong Lapangan Terbang 1 will be closed overnight on Friday at 10pm, to resume operations at 5am on Saturday. This temporary closure is due to sheet-piling dismantling works. The transportation authority has urged drivers to utilize alternate routes and adjust their travel plans accordingly during this period. Sarawak Metro emphasized the importance of adhering to all traffic control measures, road warning signs, and speed limits to guarantee the safety of both road users and construction personnel. The public can expect further updates if there are any modifications to the temporary closure. For further information, they are encouraged to contact the KUTS hotline at 1300-88-5887, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, excluding public holidays, or email 555999@sarawak.gov.my or info@mysarawakmetro.com.",
  "summary": "KUCHING, Aug 28 — The junction from Jalan Lapangan Terbang to Lorong Lapangan Terbang 1, near the voco hotel, will...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}