Rainstorm Approaching Volta Region
Alert Severity:
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Rainstorm Approaching Volta Region
Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Yellow severity
Language:
en
Category:
Met
Urgency:
Expected
Severity:
Moderate
Certainty:
Likely
Time period
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Issued Tue 29 Apr 2025 14:53
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Effective: Tue 29 Apr 2025 15:00
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Onset: Tue 29 Apr 2025 15:00
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Expires: Tue 29 Apr 2025 18:00
Area
Volta
Event Description
A rainstorm has been observed over southern Benin, triggering rain cloud formation in neighboring Togo. These developed rain clouds are expected to drift westward into Ghana's Volta Region this afternoon. Amedzofe, Shia, Ave Dakpa, Kpetoe, Dzodze, Akatsi, Adidome, Adaklu Waya and surrounding communities are expected to experince moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and strong winds.
Instructions
Stay indoors during heavy rainfall and thunderstorms
Secure loose objects outside your home that could be blown away
Avoid open fields, hilltops, and tall isolated trees during thunderstorms
Unplug sensitive electronic equipment if possible
Drive with caution on wet roads and and avoid driving through flooded areas
Monitor local radio and weather updates for developing conditions