Morning Rains over Northern Ghana
Alert Severity:
Extreme
Severe
Moderate
Minor
Thunderstorms over Northern Ghana
Expired: Rain/Wet Spell
Yellow severity
Language:
en
Category:
Met
Urgency:
Expected
Severity:
Moderate
Certainty:
Likely
Time period
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Issued Thu 26 Jun 2025 07:54
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Effective: Thu 26 Jun 2025 08:00
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Onset: Thu 26 Jun 2025 08:00
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Expires: Thu 26 Jun 2025 12:00
Area
Northern Ghana
Event Description
Low clouds have engulfed the eastern portion of the northern and transition zones. These clouds are expected to produce moderate to heavy rains within the Northern, Northeast, Savannah, Bono East, Bono and Upper West regions. Occasional thunder will also be experienced during the period.
Instructions
Residents in the affected areas should avoid outdoor activities. During the thunderstorm, stay indoors and away from windows, unplug electrical appliances to prevent damage from lightning strikes, and avoid using corded phones or electrical devices connected to outlets. If caught outdoors, seek substantial shelter immediately and never take refuge under trees during lightning activity. Drivers should exercise extreme caution by reducing speed, using headlights for visibility, and avoiding flooded sections of roadway