CAP Alert · Actual

Rainstorms Approaching Northern Ghana

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Moderate
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 28 Jul 2026 16:37
  • Effective 28 Jul 2026 16:25
  • Onset 28 Jul 2026 17:00
  • Expires 28 Jul 2026 20:00
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Rainstorms Approaching Northern Ghana

Area

Upper East , Northern East , Upper West , Northern

Event description

A moderate rainstorm observed over northern Benin is currently propagating towards the northern portion of Ghana. This rainstorm is expected to affect some places over the north thereby producing thunderstorms or rain of varying intensities from this evening into the night.

Instructions

Motorists should drive within speed limits whiles keeping headlights on and exercise caution on flood-prone roads. The public is also urged to stay away from trees and weak structures during periods of strong wind, and to monitor official updates from the Ghana Meteorological Agency for further guidance as the storm progresses. For emergencies, please contact NADMO on 0302 964 884 or 0291 913 077, or dial the toll-free line 112.