The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast predicting localized thunderstorms across the country from Monday to Wednesday, emphasizing the need for residents to stay vigilant due to the potential for urban flooding.
In its outlook released on Sunday in Abuja, NiMet detailed that localized thunderstorms are expected in the northern region, particularly in Kebbi and Zamfara States during the morning hours.
As the day progresses, thunderstorms are anticipated to impact several states, including Kaduna, Bauchi, Adamawa, and Taraba.
The agency stated, “In the North Central region, localized thunderstorms are expected over parts of Niger and Kwara States during the morning hours. Later in the day, localised thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nasarawa, Plateau, and Kogi states.”
For southern cities, NiMet predicts localized thunderstorms over parts of Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Lagos, and Ondo States during the morning, with similar conditions expected later in the day across multiple states including Oyo, Osun, and Rivers.
Looking ahead to Tuesday, NiMet forecasts morning thunderstorms over parts of Taraba, Adamawa, Kano, and Katsina. The agency anticipates similar weather patterns in both the northern and southern regions throughout the week.
As a precautionary measure, NiMet warned residents to avoid flood-prone areas, stating, “There could be a high likelihood of urban flooding in major cities due to heavy downpours and strong winds that may precede the rains.”
Residents are advised to adhere to safety advisories issued by relevant authorities and stay informed through regular weather updates from NiMet. For more detailed information, the public can visit the agency’s website at www.nimet.gov.ng.
Airline operators are also urged to consult airport-specific weather reports from NiMet for effective planning in their operations.