CAP Alert · Actual

BE PREPARED: Thunderstorm Approaching Ghana

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Severe severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Severe
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 10 Feb 2026 14:55
  • Effective 10 Feb 2026 15:00
  • Onset 10 Feb 2026 15:00
  • Expires 10 Feb 2026 20:00
Severity
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BE PREPARED: Thunderstorm Approaching Ghana

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.