CAP Alert · Actual

Flash flooding within the western region

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Severe severity
Urgency Immediate
Severity Severe
Certainty Observed
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 19 Oct 2024 19:08
  • Effective 19 Oct 2024 19:10
  • Onset 19 Oct 2024 19:30
  • Expires 19 Oct 2024 23:00
Severity
Extreme
Severe
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Flash flooding is expected within the western region

Area

Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai , Prestea/Huni Valley

Event description

Th current rains being experienced within the central region is expected to spread to parts of the western region and produce rain of varying intensity.

Instructions

Get a shelter to prevent exposure to lightning, thunder and heavy rains. Avoid going out unless completely necessary. If you must go out, drive with caution. Avoid low lying areas as flash flooding can occur quickly.