ANN/THE STAR – Sub-zero temperatures have been recorded on the summit area of Sabah’s Mount Kinabalu, causing the formation of icicles on the country’s highest peak.
According to the Sabah Parks Facebook page, temperatures of between -3 degrees Celsius and -5 degrees Celsius were recorded at the peak between 2.30am and 7am yesterday.
It said this caused liquid on rocks and trees to freeze and subsequently form ice shards, icicles as well as some snow.
These formations were discovered from the Panalaban substation, which is the last pit stop before the ascent to Low’s Peak, at over 3,200 metres above sea level, up to the summit point.
“The surface of granite stones is slippery because of the ice formations. May all climbers exert caution throughout their climb and descent from the mountain.
“So far, all climbing activities are smooth and under control. No emergencies or accidents have been reported,” Sabah Parks added. It added that chances of acute mountain sickness were more likely during cold weather.
The post drew the attention of netizens, with some reporting that the cold was also felt at the foothills of the majestic mountain.
