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An alert-level continuous rain warning has been issued for the West Coast (Ranau) and Tawau (Lahad Datu), as well as Kuching, Serian and Samarahan in Sarawak. - Bernama file photo

On paper, the 6.8-magnitude earthquake that rocked Sabah on Feb 23 should have been a catastrophe. It marks what is likely the strongest earthquake ever recorded in Malaysia. Photo for illustration purposes only.

Photo for illustration purposes only.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds across parts of Selangor, Negeri Sembilan and Sabah, effective until 4pm today.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim - BERNAMA FILE PIX

Ballot boxes for the 17th Sabah state election began arriving at counting centres on Saturday afternoon. Photo: Bernama

Isolated thunderstorms have also been predicted across several districts in the state’s interior later in the day. Photo by Bernama

Bernama photo for illustration purpose only.

The absence of monitoring equipment in areas like Johor further highlights the need for public awareness and preparedness rather than relying on forecasts. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

With ongoing research in earthquake seismology and tectonics, an expert has pointed out that paleoseismic studies conducted by other experts have already demonstrated the capability of local fault lines to produce strong seismic events.