MetMalaysia lifts tsunami advisory for Sabah

The Malaysian Meteorological Department has lifted a tsunami advisory for coastal areas in Sabah. The advisory was originally issued following a 7.9-magnitude earthquake near Mindanao, Philippines.
Why it matters
Ensures public safety by clarifying that the immediate threat of a tsunami has passed for affected coastal regions.
KUALA LUMPUR: The tsunami advisory issued by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) today for coastal areas in Tawau, Semporna, Kunak and Lahad Datu, Sabah, has been lifted.
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