Thunderstorms Expected over Northern and Savannah regions
Alert Severity:
Extreme
Severe
Moderate
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Rain and thunder anticipated within the transition and northern sectors
Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Yellow severity
Language:
en
Category:
Met
Urgency:
Immediate
Severity:
Moderate
Certainty:
Observed
Time period
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Issued Fri 11 Oct 2024 11:51
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Effective: Fri 11 Oct 2024 12:00
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Onset: Fri 11 Oct 2024 12:00
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Expires: Fri 11 Oct 2024 16:00
Area
Tamale, Savelugu, Larabanga, Daboya, Damongo, Bole, Sawla, Bamboi, Ejura, Nkoranza, Techiman, Wenchi, Sunyani, Yeji, Kpalbe, Salaga
Event Description
A band of rain and thunder clouds observed within the transition and northern sectors are expected to spread to more areas within the sectors. Moderate to heavy rains areanticipated within the Northern, Savannah, Bono East and Ahafo regions.
Instructions
Avoid going outside unless absolutely necessary. Stay indoors to protect yourself from heavy rain, thunder, and strong winds. Stay away from low-lying areas, riverbanks, and other flood-prone regions. Flash flooding can occur quickly. If you must travel, drive with caution. Roads may be slippery, and visibility can be reduced due to heavy rain. Avoid driving through flooded areas.