CAP Alert · Actual

Rainstorm Within Eastern, Central and Ashanti Regions

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Moderate
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 29 Apr 2025 17:35
  • Effective 29 Apr 2025 17:30
  • Onset 29 Apr 2025 17:30
  • Expires 29 Apr 2025 21:00
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Rainstorm Approaching Volta Region

Area

Eastern , Central , Obuasi, New Edubiase

Event description

A significant rainstorm has been observed affecting the Eastern, Central, and Ashanti regions of Ghana, while another system is approaching the eastern portion of Ghana's marine space and moving westward. The inland storm is expected to intensify and spread to additional areas including Koforidua, Adeiso, Hemang, Berekum, Dunkwa-on-Offin, Akwatia, Akim Swedru, Asesewa, Nsuaem, Obuasi, New Edubiase and surrounding settlements, bringing moderate to heavy rainfall, thunder activity, and strong gusty 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