CAP Alert · Actual

RAINSTORM OVER NORTHERN AND TRANSITION SECTORS

Ongoing: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Moderate
Certainty Observed
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 08 Oct 2026 12:29
  • Effective 08 Oct 2026 12:00
  • Onset 08 Oct 2026 12:00
  • Expires 08 Oct 2026 18:00
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RAINSTORM OVER NORTHERN AND TRANSITION SECTORS

Area

Northern , Oti , Central Gonja , North East Gonja , Bono East , Bono , Sawla-Tuna-Kalba , West Gonja , Bole , East Gonja Municipal , North Gonja , Northern East , Sekyere Afram Plains North , Kwahu Afram Plains South , Ejura-Sekyedumase , Sekyere Central

Event description

A rainstorm observed along the Togo–Ghana border is expected to move westwards. This storm is expected to bring cloudiness, thunderstorms and rain of varying intensities to parts of the northern and transition sectors from this afternoon into the evening. Moderate to heavy rainfall, with occasional gusty winds, is also expected in these areas.

Instructions

Residents are advised to take necessary precautions. Seek shelter during heavy rain and lightning, avoid open areas and isolated trees, and exercise caution while driving due to poor visibility. Stay updated with official information from the Ghana Meteorological Agency. In an emergency, contact NADMO on 0302 964 884 / 0291 913 077or dial 112.