CAP Alert · Actual

Rainstorm Approaching the north

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Immediate
Severity Moderate
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 17 Oct 2024 19:06
  • Effective 17 Oct 2024 19:10
  • Onset 17 Oct 2024 19:10
  • Expires 17 Oct 2024 23:30
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Thunder and Rain within the north

Area

Upper East , Northern East , Northern , Savannah , Upper West

Event description

A rainstorm observed over the eastern part of the northern sector is expected to drift westward to affect most places in the northern sector. The Savannah, Upper West, Northern, Northeast and Upper East regions are expected to experience moderate to heavy rains with thunder and strong winds

Instructions

Stay indoors to protect yourself from heavy rain, thunder, and strong winds. Stay away from low-lying areas, riverbanks, and other flood-prone regions. Flash flooding can occur quickly. If you must travel, drive with caution. Boat operators over the Volta lake should be cautious. Roads may be slippery, and visibility can be reduced due to heavy rain. Avoid driving through flooded areas