CAP Alert · Actual

Widespread thunderstorms over Upper East, Northeast and Upper West regions

Expired: Thunderstorms/Squall lines
Severe severity
Urgency Expected
Severity Severe
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 23 May 2025 17:14
  • Effective 23 May 2025 17:30
  • Onset 23 May 2025 17:30
  • Expires 23 May 2025 22:00
Severity
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Widespread thunderstorms over Upper East, Northeast and Upper West regions

Area

Northern East , Upper East , Upper West

Event description

A moderate to heavy rain-bearing cloud system currently over the northern region is moving northward and expected to affect the Upper East, Northeast and Upper West regions. Moderate to heavy rain with thunder and gusty winds are anticipated within these regions during the period.

Instructions

Residents in the affected areas should complete outdoor activities and secure loose items. 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 and never take refuge under trees during lightning activity. Drivers should exercise extreme caution by reducing speed, using headlights for visibility, and avoiding flooded sections of roadway.