Rainstorm from Northeastern Benin

Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Northern and Savannah regions

A moderate to heavy rainstorm is observed over the northern border of Benin and Nigeria. The storm is expected to drift to the west to affect the northern parts of Ghana with moderate to heavy rain and thunder within the afternoon and evening hours

Have a household emergency plan, including your pets and animals. Have at least two alternative evacuation routes and meeting places. To report a fire hazard visit https://ghanafireservice.com/hazards or contact NADMO on phone +233302982531. Occasional cloud-to-ground lightning is anticipated with this storm. Lightning is one of nature`s leading killers. Ensure runoff waters can access gutters by clearing waterways of debris. Continue listening to local media as updates will be provided if conditions change significantly. If you require additional information on the weather conditions please contact [Ghana Meteorological Agency] at [+233279991440] Persons should not be out on the roads during heavy rainfall. If you must be outside, use extreme caution. Do not drive your vehicle into areas where water covers the roadway. People living in flood-prone areas are advised to take necessary precautions