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Unusual cloud formation excites Bintulu locals

While some are amazed, astonished, some worry about possible storms

Updated 3 years ago · Published on 06 Apr 2023 3:56PM

Unusual cloud formation excites Bintulu locals
Photos of unusual clouds in Bintulu emerge on social media today, with the phenomenon reported to last several hours until around 9am. – Bintulu News Page Facebook pic, April 6, 2023 

BINTULU – An unusual cloud formation was seen over Bintulu this morning, causing excitement among residents. 

Photos and videos of the strange formation of clouds, which lasted for several hours until around 9am, were shared on Facebook from various locations here. 

Some locals even posed for photos with the beautiful natural phenomenon. 

The rare cloud formation in Bintulu is also reported to be spotted in Miri. Some residents are worried that a thunderstorm might follow the occurrence with warnings from the Meteorological Department. – Bintulu News Page Facebook pic, April 6, 2023 
The rare cloud formation in Bintulu is also reported to be spotted in Miri. Some residents are worried that a thunderstorm might follow the occurrence with warnings from the Meteorological Department. – Bintulu News Page Facebook pic, April 6, 2023 

While some were amazed by the rare and astonishing cloud formation, others were worried about a possible thunderstorm. 

Although the weather was a bit gloomy initially, the clouds slowly dissipated. 

It is understood that the rare cloud formation was also spotted in Miri. 

The Malaysian Meteorological Department issued a warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds from 5.45am today until 9am involving Sarikei, Meradong, Sibu, Selangau, Mukah, Kapit, Bintulu, and Miri. – Borneo Post Online, April 6, 2023 

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