Thunderstorms on the move
Published on: Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Kota Kinabalu: These squall lines seen in the early hours of Tuesday spurred the attention of Internet users in the West Coast of the State.According to a Meteorological Department spokesperson, the squall line is often seen during the Southwest Monsoon season along the coastal areas, which developed offshore in the night before sweeping landward in the morning. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express’s Telegram channel.
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Squall lines are used to describe a moving line of thunderstorm, which stretches hundreds of kilometres in length, and have a life span of several hours.
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They can generate gusty winds and heavy rains, which are more intense and extensive than individual thunderstorms.