NiMet Predicts 3-day Thunderstorms & Rains

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has predicted thunderstorms and rains from Monday to Wednesday across the country.

NiMet weather outlook released on Sunday 7th July in FCT, Abuja, forecasts morning thunderstorms on Monday over parts of Kebbi, Kano, Katsina, Sokoto, Zamfara, Taraba and Kaduna states.

It anticipated thunderstorms over parts of Adamawa, Taraba, Kaduna, Gombe, Borno, Yobe, and Jigawa states later in the day.

“In the North Central region, rains are expected over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara and Niger states during the morning hours.”

“While later in the day, thunderstorms and rains are anticipated over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Nasarawa, Niger, Kogi and Benue states.”

NiMet urged the public to take adequate precautions as strong winds may precede the rains in areas where thunderstorms are likely to occur.

The agency advised Airline operators to get updated weather reports and forecasts from NiMet for effective planning in their operations.