Metro
NiMet Releases Weather Report (See Details)
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunshine and thundery weather conditions from Friday to Sunday across the country.
NiMet’s weather outlook released on Friday in Abuja predicted sunny skies with few patches of clouds over the northern region.
According to NiMet, there are prospects of hunderstorms over parts of Niger, Plateau and Kwara in the morning hours.
“Later in the day, sunny skies with few patches of clouds are expected.
“Cloudy atmosphere is expected over the inland cities of the South and the coastal belt with prospects of thunderstorms over Oyo, Ondo, Ogun, Osun, Ado Ekiti, Lagos, Bayelsa and Rivers in the morning hours,” it said.
NiMet envisaged the cloudy atmosphere over the region with chances of thunderstorms over Imo, Enugu, Ebonyi, Anambra and Abia States later in the day.
According to NiMet, moderate to heavy rainfall can lead to flash floods. The public is advised to take necessary caution to avoid driving and walking through flood waters.
“Strong winds are likely to precede and accompany the thunderstorms, especially over the Northern region. Citizens are advised to take necessary safety precautions.
“Disaster Risk Managers, Agencies and individuals should be proactive to avert loss of lives and properties during the rainy season.
“All Airline operators are advised to avail themselves of weather reports/alerts periodically from NiMet for effective planning for their operations,” it said.
(NAN)
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