CAP Alert · Actual

Thunderstorms Approaching Coastal Ghana

Ongoing: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Moderate
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 21 Oct 2026 10:39
  • Effective 21 Oct 2026 10:40
  • Onset 21 Oct 2026 11:00
  • Expires 21 Oct 2026 15:00
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Thunderstorms Approaching Coastal Ghana

Area

Volta , Greater Accra , Aburi, Akropong, Adukrom, Koforidua

Event description

A moderate rainstorm has been observed over the southeastern border of Ghana. This is expected to bring rain of varying intensity, reduced visibility, thunder and occasional strong winds to parts of the Volta, Eastern and Greater Accra regions. Denu, Agbozum, Dzodze, Keta, Akatsi, Anloga, Anyanui and surroundings are expected to affected between 11AM and 1PM. Ada Foah, Adidome, Battor, Sege, Prampram and surroundings are expected to experience similar conditions between 11:30AM and 2PM. Tema, Afienya, Accra and surroundings are also expected to be affected between 12PM and 3PM.

Instructions

Avoid taking shelter under trees and weak structures. Motorists should reduce speed, use headlights, and avoid crossing flooded roads or low-lying bridges. Those in flood-prone or riverside communities, particularly near Dambai and along the Oti River, should stay alert for further updates. Stay updated with official information from the Ghana Meteorological Agency. In an emergency, contact NADMO on 0302 964 884 / 0291 913 077or dial 112.