RAIN CLOUDS FROM EASTERN REGION APPROACHING ASHANTI REGION

Ashanti

A moderate rain-bearing cloud system currently over Eastern region is moving towards the west and expected to affect the Ashanti region this evening. Residents of the region should prepare for rainfall of varying intensity accompanied by thunder and lightning activity. Communities including Obuasi, Adansi Asokwa, Jacobu, New Edubiase, Adubia Fomena and surrounding will be affected early in the evening before drifting to Konongo, Juansa, Agogo, Kumasi, Mampong, Ejisu, Offinso, Barekese and surroundings.

Residents in the affected areas should complete outdoor activities and secure loose items. 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.