NiMet Alerts on Thunderstorm, Heavy Rain in Kano, Borno Others

By Seun Adams

Following observed thundercloud activities in the North-eastern part of the country the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has alerted the public on a possible   heavy rainfall activities in the coming days in some states in the northern part of the country.

This is according to a release issued today Thursday by the agency, adding:

“Thunderstorm cells are currently  observed over the northern parts of the country including

 Borno, Taraba, Gombe, Bauchi and Kano.

These are expected to propagate westward to give squally thunderstorm to some cities.

The statement signed by the General Manager, Public Relations, Mr. Muntari Ibrahim, reads: “The current thunderstorm cells are expected to propagate easterly to give thunderstorms 

accompanied with squall to cities in Plateau, FCT, Nasarawa, Jigawa, Adamama, Yobe, Borno,

 Bauchi, Gombe, Kaduna, Kano and Katsina states in the next 2-6 hours.

ADVISORIES:

For areas where thunderstorms are expected, strong winds are likely to precede the rains

 and as such, trees, electric poles, unsecured objects and weak buildings may be felled, so the

public is advised to be cautious and stay in-door especially during heavy rainfall to avoid being

 struck by lightning.

The statement  advised all Airline operators to avail themselves of weather reports periodically from

NiMet for effective planning in their operations.

 It also notes that moderate to heavy rainfall could lead to flash flood, hence the public is advised to take necessary

caution.

Disaster risk managers, agencies and individuals should be proactive, to avert loss of lives

 and property during the rainy season.

The Central Forecast Office (CFO) in NiMet will continue to monitor the weather and provide updates when necessary.

Signed: Muntari Yusuf Ibrahim

GM/Public Relations.

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