CAP Alert · Actual

Rainstorm Approaching the West Coast

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Moderate
Certainty Possible
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 17 Oct 2024 07:26
  • Effective 17 Oct 2024 09:00
  • Onset 17 Oct 2024 11:00
  • Expires 17 Oct 2024 15:00
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Thunder with moderate to heavu rains expected over the west coast

Area

Potsin, Kasoa, Senya Beraku, Winneba, Apam, Agona Swedru, Saltpond, Mankessim, Cape Coast, Elmina, , Shama, Aboadze, Sekondi, Takoradi, Benso, Tarkwa, Axim, Nkroful, Nzulezo, Half Assini

Event description

A rainstorm observed over the east coast is anticipated to move westwards to affect areas in the central and western regions later this morning into the afternoon. The storm is expected to produce moderate to heavy rains with thunder within these regions.

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. Roads may be slippery, and visibility can be reduced due to heavy rain. Avoid driving through flooded areas