CAP Alert · Actual

Thunderstorms over upper east

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Moderate severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Moderate
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 09 Oct 2024 16:18
  • Effective 09 Oct 2024 16:30
  • Onset 09 Oct 2024 16:30
  • Expires 09 Oct 2024 20:00
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Thunderstorms expected within the upper east

Area

Tempane, Binduri, Zebilla, Bolgatanga, Fumbisi, Sandema, Navrongo, Paga, Wiaga

Event description

A thunder and rain bearing cloud observed to the northestern border of the country is exected to spread westwards to produce moderate to heavy rains with thunder within the upper east region this evening.

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.