Weather Alert: Thunderstorms approaching Northern sector

Alert Severity:

Extreme

Severe

Moderate

Minor

Thunderstorms/Squall lines

Weather Alert: Thunderstorms approaching Northern sector

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines

Orange severity

Language:

Category:

Met

Urgency:

Expected

Severity:

Severe

Certainty:

Likely

Time period

Issued Thu 18 Sep 2025 10:22
Effective: Thu 18 Sep 2025 10:20
Onset: Thu 18 Sep 2025 13:20
Expires: Thu 18 Sep 2025 15:00

Area

Northern

Northern East

Upper East

Event Description

A moderate rainstorm has been observed from northern Togo approaching the northern portion of Ghana. This rainstorm is expected to bring rainfall of varying intensity to the Northern, Northeast and Upper East. Chereponi, Yunyoo, Bunkprugu, Tempane, Binduri, Saboba, Tatale and surroundings are expected to be affected within the next hour. The rest of the regions are expected to experience similar conditions between 11 PM and 2 PM.

Instructions

Residents in these regions should avoid outdoor activities this evening. 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