CAP Alert · Actual

Rainstorm Approaching Volta Region

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Moderate
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 29 Apr 2025 14:53
  • Effective 29 Apr 2025 15:00
  • Onset 29 Apr 2025 15:00
  • Expires 29 Apr 2025 18:00
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Rainstorm Approaching Volta Region

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