CAP Alert · Actual

Rainstorm Expected Over Northern Ghana

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Moderate
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 08 Oct 2024 19:28
  • Effective 08 Oct 2024 19:30
  • Onset 08 Oct 2024 19:30
  • Expires 08 Oct 2024 22:00
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Rain and thunder over northern and savannah region

Area

Tamale, Tali, Savelugu, Nyankpala, Tolon, Sankpala , Kpalbe, Yapei, Daboya, Buipe, Damongo, Yipala, Larabanga, Sawla,Bole

Event description

A rainstorm observed over parts of the northern region is expected to spread to more areas within the region and propagate to the west to affect areas within the Savannah region.

Instructions

Avoid going outside unless absolutely necessary. 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