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Coastal Weather Alert: Rainstorm Sweeps Inland from Ghana's Coast

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Moderate
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 18 May 2025 13:59
  • Effective 18 May 2025 14:00
  • Onset 18 May 2025 14:00
  • Expires 18 May 2025 17:00
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Coastal Weather Alert: Rainstorm Sweeps Inland from Ghana's Coast

Area

Greater Accra , Volta , Eastern

Event description

A moderate rainstorm currently over Ghana's coastline is gradually moving inland, developing into convective clouds that will bring varying rainfall intensity this afternoon. The system will first affect Aflao, Denu, Keta, Akatsi, Anloga, Ada, Sege, Akropong, Somanya, and Odumase before continuing to Tema, Accra, Madina, Koforidua and surrounding areas.

Instructions

Reduce driving speed and avoid crossing flooded roads or bridges. Consider delaying non-essential travel or outdoor activities.