CAP Alert · Actual

Rainstorm Over southern Ghana

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Immediate
Severity Moderate
Certainty Observed
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 13 Oct 2024 08:47
  • Effective 13 Oct 2024 09:00
  • Onset 13 Oct 2024 09:00
  • Expires 13 Oct 2024 13:00
Severity
Extreme
Severe
Moderate
Minor

Moderate to heavy rain expected within the southeast

Area

Aflao, Adidone, Akatsi, Sogakope, Anloga, Keta , Big Ada, Sege, Afienya, Ashaiman, Prampran, Tema, Nungua, Accra

Event description

A moderate to heavy rain observed over the southeastern border of Ghana is expected to drift across the Volta and Greater Accra regions to produce rain kf varying intensity.

Instructions

Avoid outdoor activities during thunderstorms to reduce the risk of lightning strikes. Seek shelter in a sturdy building if you are outside when the storm begins. If you must travel, exercise caution, especially on roads prone to flooding. Drive slowly and avoid areas where water covers the road. Keep updated with the latest weather information through the Ghana Meteorological Agency’s website and other local radio or information centers.