BE PREPARED: Thunderstorm Approaching Ghana
Alert Severity:
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BE PREPARED: Thunderstorm Approaching Ghana
Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Orange severity
Language:
en
Category:
Met
Urgency:
Expected
Severity:
Severe
Certainty:
Likely
Time period
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Issued Tue 10 Feb 2026 14:55
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Effective: Tue 10 Feb 2026 15:00
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Onset: Tue 10 Feb 2026 15:00
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Expires: Tue 10 Feb 2026 20:00
Area
Southeastern Ghana
Event Description
A rainstorm with thunder of varying intensity is expected to affect Ho, Kpetoe, Koforidua, Suhum, Somanya, Akropong, Adukrom, Dodowa, Adoagyiri, Adeiso, Keta, Aflao, Dzodze, Akatsi, and surroundings between 3PM and 6PM, and Anloga, Sogakope, Ada, Tema, Accra, and surroundings between 5PM and 8PM, as a rainstorm over the eastern portion of the country moves westward across southern Ghana. Moderate to heavy rains are anticipated with occasional windy conditions
Instructions
Seek shelter indoors when thunder is heard or lightning is visible. Secure loose objects outside your home that could be blown away by strong winds. Postpone outdoor activities until the event ceases. If driving, slow down and use headlights for better visibility. Keep updated on weather alerts through the Ghana Meteorological Agency.