Thunderstorm Alert: Rain and Thunder Expected Across Northern, Oti, Volta, Eastern, Bono East, and Ashanti Regions Tonight
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Thunderstorm Alert: Rain and Thunder Expected Across Northern, Oti, Volta, Eastern, Bono East, and Ashanti Regions Tonight
Ongoing: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Orange severity
Language:
en
Category:
Met
Urgency:
Expected
Severity:
Severe
Certainty:
Likely
Time period
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Issued Tue 10 Mar 2026 17:35
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Effective: Tue 10 Mar 2026 17:00
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Onset: Tue 10 Mar 2026 18:00
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Expires: Tue 10 Mar 2026 22:00
Area
Northern, Oti, Volta, Eastern, Bono East, Ashanti
Event Description
A band of rain and thunderclouds has been detected along the Ghana–Togo border and is tracking westward into Ghana. Northern, Oti, and Volta regions are expected to experience rainfall of varying intensity accompanied by thunder between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM. The system will continue its westward drift after 7:00 PM, extending its impact to parts of the Eastern, Bono East, and Ashanti regions through the evening hours.
Instructions
Residents in all affected regions are advised to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel during the storm period. Secure loose objects, stay away from flooded roads and waterways, and keep children and livestock sheltered. Motorists should reduce speed, use headlights, and exercise extra caution on roads. If caught outdoors, seek shelter immediately and avoid standing under trees or near tall structures. Stay tuned to official weather updates for further developments.