KUCHING, Aug 15 2026: Strong winds and heavy rain this evening have blown off the Unesco Creative Cities Network (UCCN) Grastronomy Pavilion at Kuching Festival Fair, Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Wee Hong Seng said in a statement.
He said the strong winds caused the middle section of the pavilion's marque tent to be blown off, affecting several stalls within the area.
However, he said there were no injuries reported and everyone at the site is safe.
"As a precaution and to allow our team to carry out a full inspection, clean-up and necessary repair works, the UCCN Gastronomy Pavilion will be closed this eveing and tomorrow, Aug 16, 2026," Wee said in a statement posted on MBKS Facebook.
"However, I wish to emphasise that all other stalls and activities at the Kuching Festival Fair are not affected and will continue to operate as usual.
"The safety of our vendors, workers and members of the public remains our highest priority," he said, adding that MBKS does not want to take any unnecessary risks, particularly with the current weather conditions.
Wee said MBKS personnel are currently at the site assessing the damage and making the necessary arrangements to secure the affected structures and area.
"We apologise for any inconvenience caused and sincerely thank all vendors and members of the public for their understanding and cooperation," Wee offered.
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