Invite to view meteor shower

Kota Kinabalu: The public are invited to the ‘Perseid Meteor Shower Viewing Party’ programme at Tanjung Simpang Mengayau in Kudat on Aug 12 (Friday) starting at 8.30pm.

The programme, organised by Sabah Stargazer together with the Tourism and Culture Ministry, is aiming at students, photography and astronomy buffs, locals and tourists.

According to a statement, the meteor shower started on July 17 and is expected to end on Aug 24, depending on the circumstances of the night sky.

It stated that the location is very important to see the phenomenon and that the public are advised to report to the authorities their whereabouts for safety reasons.

Source : Daily Express