Weather Alert: Thunderstorms approaching Greater Accra
Alert Severity:
Extreme
Severe
Moderate
Minor
Weather Alert: Thunderstorms approaching Northern sector
Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Orange severity
Language:
en
Category:
Met
Urgency:
Expected
Severity:
Severe
Certainty:
Likely
Time period
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Issued Tue 07 Oct 2025 13:38
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Effective: Tue 07 Oct 2025 13:40
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Onset: Tue 07 Oct 2025 13:30
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Expires: Tue 07 Oct 2025 17:00
Area
Greater Accra
Event Description
A moderate to heavy rain bearing cloud observed within the eastern region is expected to drift southwestwards into Greater Accra. This is expected to bring rain of varying intensity to the Greater Accra region this afternoon.
Instructions
Residents in these regions should avoid outdoor activities. During the thunderstorm, stay indoors and away from windows, unplug electrical appliances to prevent damage from lightning strikes, and avoid using corded phones or electrical devices connected to outlets. If caught outdoors, seek substantial shelter immediately. Drivers should exercise extreme caution by reducing speed, using headlights for visibility, and avoiding flooded sections of roadway