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Sabah Parks issues warning against climbing Mount Kinabalu summit

24 Oct 2024, 2:07 PM
Sabah Parks issues warning against climbing Mount Kinabalu summit

KOTA KINABALU, Oct 24 — Sabah Parks today issued a warning against climbing activities to the summit of Mount Kinabalu.

In a statement, Sabah Parks said the warning was issued following continuous rain, strong winds and foggy conditions on the mountain in Kinabalu Park, Ranau.

The statement also reported landslides along the summit trail at kilometres 3.8 and fallen trees at kilometres 0.6 and 1.6.

“In light of these incidents, all climbers, mountain guides, porters, and staff along the summit trail of Mount Kinabalu are advised to exercise extra caution at all times during any ascent to Panalaban.

“Safety monitoring and maintenance work are being carried out continuously from time to time,” the statement said today.

— Bernama

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