Flash Flood Alert: Active Rainfall potentially leading to isolated flooding
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Flash Flood Alert: Active Rainfall potentially leading to isolated flooding
Expired: Flash Flood
Orange severity
Language:
en
Category:
Met
Urgency:
Immediate
Severity:
Severe
Certainty:
Observed
Time period
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Issued Sun 18 May 2025 15:16
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Effective: Sun 18 May 2025 15:15
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Onset: Sun 18 May 2025 15:15
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Expires: Sun 18 May 2025 18:00
Area
Kasoa, Pokuase, Kwabenya and surroundings
Event Description
The predicted rainstorm has intensified to moderate and heavy rainfall across coastal Ghana and some inland areas and is now likely to cause isolated flash flooding. This situation requires immediate attention as flood waters may rise quickly in additional communities within the next few hours.
Instructions
Residents in affectedareas should take immediate protective actions: Move to higher ground immediately if you observe rising water; do not attempt to cross flooded roads or bridges; disconnect electrical appliances and gather emergency supplies; keep children away from flood waters and storm drains; Continue monitoring local radio and emergency channels for updated information throughout this emergency.