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  • NiMet alerts on approaching dust haze

    NiMet alerts on approaching dust haze

    The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, (NiMet), has alerted the public on the possibility of deterioration in visibility as a result of observed dust haze propagated into the country from the source region.

    The agency made the remark in a statement signed by Mr Muntari Ibrahim, the NiMet’s General Manager of Public Relations in Abuja on Wednesday.

    According to the agency, winds over 10m and 925hPha are favourable for Dust-Haze propagations into the northern parts of the country.

    “Stations in the source region, Niger (Goure, Zinder, Maine-Soroa, Diffa, N-Guigmi and 61091) reporting horizontal visibility between 800m and 6000m.

    “The sources from Chad are expected to report poor horizontal visibility in the next 24hrs, based on available models.

    ”Due to strong winds, dust in suspension is expected to propagate to some states in northern part of the country.’’

    It said that this would further reduce horizontal visibility especially over Katsina, Kano, Nguru, Jigawa, Potiskum and Maiduguri in next 24hours.

    NiMet therefore advised members of the public to take necessary precautions due to dust particles presently in suspension over the atmosphere.

    It further advised Individuals with respiratory ailments to protect themselves as the current weather condition is not good for their health.

    “Airline operators are also advised to avail themselves of weather reports from NiMet for effective planning in their operations.

    “NiMet will continue to monitor the weather and provide updates when necessary,” the agency said.

  • NiMet predicts 3-day weather conditions from Monday

    NiMet predicts 3-day weather conditions from Monday

    The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunny and thundery weather conditions from Monday to Wednesday across the country.

    NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja predicted sunny skies over the northern region on Monday with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Taraba during the afternoon and evening periods.

    According to it, sunny skies with patches of clouds are anticipated over the North Central region with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of the FCT, Benue, Nasarawa and Kogi states during the afternoon and evening hours.

    “Cloudy skies with spells of sunshine are expected over the southern region with prospects of morning thunderstorms over parts of Cross River, Bayelsa, Rivers and Akwa Ibom.

    “Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms are expected over parts of Osun, Oyo, Ebonyi, Ekiti, Ondo, Edo, Imo, Anambra, Enugu, Abia, Lagos, Bayelsa, Delta, Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Cross River,’’ it stated.

    The agency anticipated sunny skies and hazy conditions on Tuesday over the northern region with prospects of afternoon and evening thunderstorms over parts of Taraba.

    According to NiMet, sunny skies with patches of clouds are anticipated over the North Central region with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Benue, Kwara and Kogi during the afternoon and evening hours.

    “Cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine are expected over the southern region with prospects of morning thunderstorms over parts of Rivers, Bayelsa and Akwa Ibom.

    “Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms are expected over parts of Ondo, Edo, Ekiti, Oyo, Ebonyi, Enugu, Anambra, Imo, Lagos, Bayelsa, Delta, Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom and Cross River,’’ it stated.

    NiMet envisaged dust haze conditions on Wednesday over the northern region with prospects of evening thunderstorms over parts of Taraba.

    The agency anticipated sunny skies with patches of clouds over the North Central region in the morning hours of Wednesday.

    “Later in the day, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Benue and Kogi.

    “Cloudy skies with spells of sunshine are expected over the South with isolated thunderstorms over parts of Imo, Ondo, Edo, Enugu, Bayelsa, Delta, Rivers, Akwa lbom and Cross River during the afternoon and evening hours.

    “The public is advised to take necessary precautions due to dust particles presently in suspension in the atmosphere,’’ it stated.

    The agency urged individuals with respiratory ailments to protect themselves as the current dusty weather condition could have adverse effect on their health.

    According to it, strong winds are likely to precede and accompany the thunderstorms. Citizens are advised to take necessary safety precautions.

    “All airline operators are advised to avail themselves of weather reports and alerts periodically from NiMet for effective planning of their operations,’’ it stressed.

  • NiMet lists states to expect 3-day dust haze, cloudiness

    NiMet lists states to expect 3-day dust haze, cloudiness

    The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted that many states will witness dust haze and cloudiness from Wednesday to Friday across the country.

    According to the weather outlook released on Tuesday in Abuja by NiMET many  states will experience dust haze most especially in northern states with a visibility range of 2km to 5Km, few states like Kano, Katsina, Kaduna and Jigawa will be the most hit.

    The agency said that sunny spells with few patches of clouds were anticipated over the North Central during the morning hours.

    “The atmosphere over the southern parts of the country should be cloudy with intervals of sunshine, while morning thunderstorms are anticipated over Lagos, Delta, Rivers, Cross River and Akwa Ibom states.

    “Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms are expected over parts of Ondo, Edo, Abia, Enugu, Anambra, Lagos, Bayelsa, Delta, Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Cross River states,” it said.

    The agency envisaged dust haze over the northern region during the forecast period on Thursday.

    It anticipated sunny skies with patches of clouds over the North Central in the morning hours.

    “Hazy atmosphere with few patches of clouds are expected over parts of Kwara, Plateau and Kogi states. There are prospects of thunderstorms over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa and Benue states in the afternoon and evening hours.

    “The atmosphere over the southern parts of the country should be cloudy with spells of sunshine. However, we expect morning thunderstorms over parts of Rivers, Cross River and Akwa Ibom states.

    ”Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms are expected over parts of Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, Anambra, Imo, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Lagos, Cross River, Akwa Ibom and Rivers states,” it said.

    The agency forecasted dust haze over the northern region during the forecast period on Friday.

    NiMet said that sunny skies with few patches of clouds were anticipated over the North Central during the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, there are prospects of isolated thunderstorms over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, to be cloudy with prospects of isolated thunderstorms over parts of Akwa Ibom and Cross River states during the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Oyo, Ondo, Enugu, Anambra, Imo, Abia, Lagos, Cross River, Bayelsa, Delta and Rivers states,” it said.

  • NiMet predicts 3-day dust haze, thunderstorm from Friday

    The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted dust haze and thunderstorm from Friday to Sunday across the country.

    NiMet’s Weather Outlook released on Thursday in Abuja forecast dust haze on Friday with a visibility range of 2Km to 5Km over the northern region.

    The agency anticipated slim prospects of localized thunderstorms over parts of Taraba state in the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, dust haze with visibility range of 2km to 5km is expected over the region with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Taraba, Adamawa and Kaduna states.

    ” Cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine
    is expected over the North Central region during the morning hours with prospects of localized
    thunderstorms over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Nasarawa, Benue and Kogi states.

    “In the afternoon and evening hours, thunderstorms are expected over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Niger, Kogi, Nasarawa and Benue states,’ it said.

    According to it, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Ondo, Ogun, Enugu, Ebonyi, Abia, Cross River, Bayelsa, Delta, Akwa Ibom and Rivers states during the morning hours.

    The agency envisaged thunderstorms with rains over parts of Edo, Osun, Ogun, Ondo, Enugu, Anambra, Abia, Enugu, Ebonyi, Imo, Rivers, Delta, Bayelsa, Cross River and Lagos states later in the day.

    The agency predicted dust haze on Saturday with a visibility range of 2Km to 5Km over the northern region in the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, dust haze with visibility range of 2km to 5km is expected over the northern region with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Taraba and Adamawa states.

    “Cloudy atmosphere with intervals of sunshine is anticipated over the North Central region in the morning hours with chances of thunderstorms over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa, Niger and Benue states.

    ” Later in the day, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Kogi, Benue, the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa and Kwara states, ” it said.

    NiMet predicted cloudy atmosphere over the inland areas of the South and its coastal states with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Ebonyi, Enugu, Imo, Abia, Edo, Ondo, Ogun, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Delta, Rivers, Bayelsa and Lagos states during the morning hours.

    The agency forecast thunderstorms over parts of Edo, Ebonyi, Enugu, Anambra, Imo, Abia, Ondo, Osun, Ekiti, Ogun, Oyo, Lagos, Bayelsa, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, and Rivers states later in the day.

    NiMet envisaged dust haze with visibility range of 2Km to 5Km and localized visibility of less than or equal to 1000m over the Northern region in the morning hours on Sunday.

    According to NiMet, dust haze with a visibility range of 2km to 5Km is expected over the northern region later in the day.

    “Cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine are expected over the North Central region with chances of thunderstorms over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa and Benue states during the morning hours.

    “In the afternoon and evening, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Kogi, Benue and Nasarawa states.

    “Cloudy skies with sunshine intervals are anticipated over the southern region with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo, Imo, Abia, Ebonyi, Rivers, Bayelsa and Cross River states in the morning hours,” it said.

    The agency envisaged thunderstorms over parts of Ondo, Ogun, Abia, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers and Lagos states later in the day.

    “Moderate to heavy rainfall could lead to flash floods. The public is advised to take necessary caution, avoid driving and walking through flood waters.

    “Strong winds are likely to precede and accompany the thunderstorms, citizens are advised to take
    necessary safety precautions.

    “Disaster Risk Managers, Agencies and individuals should be proactive, to avert loss of lives and property during the rainy season,” it said.

    According to NiMet, all Airline operators are advised to avail themselves of. weather reports and alerts periodically from NiMet for effective planning for their operations.

  • See 3-day weather forecast from Monday

    See 3-day weather forecast from Monday

    The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted dust haze and thunderstorms from Monday to Wednesday across the nation.

    NiMet`s Weather Outlook released on Sunday in Abuja predicted dust haze with visibility range of 1km to 3km and localised visibility of less than or equal to 1, 000m was anticipated over the northern region on Monday.

    “There is prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Taraba state later in the day.

    “Thunderstorms are expected over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa and Niger states in the morning while visibility values are expected to be between 2km to 5 km over the North Central states due to the dust in suspension.

    “Thunderstorms are expected over parts of Kogi, the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara, Plateau, Niger, Nasarawa and Benue states in the afternoon and evening.

    “Thunderstorms are expected over parts of Enugu, Anambra, Abia, Ondo, Ogun, Osun, Cross River, Rivers, Lagos, Delta and Akwa Ibom states during the morning hours,“ it said.

    The agency envisaged thunderstorms with rains over parts of Edo, Ogun, Ondo, Edo, Ebonyi, Imo Oyo, Imo, Rivers, Delta, Bayelsa, Cross River, Akwa Ibom and Lagos States later in the day.

    The agency said that moderate dust haze with visibility range of 2km  to 5km and localised visibility of less than or equal to 1,000m was expected over the northern region throughout the forecast period on Tuesday.

    It forecasted hazy atmosphere with intervals of sunshine over the North Central region with prospects of morning thunderstorms over parts of Nasarawa, the Federal Capital Territory and Benue.

    The agency envisaged thunderstorms over parts of Niger, the Federal Capital Territory, Kogi, Benue and Kwara states later in the day.

    “Cloudy morning is expected over the Southern region with prospects of thunderstorms and rains over parts of Ogun, Ondo, Enugu, Ebonyi, Delta, Lagos, Cross River and Akwa Ibom states during the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Ogun, Edo, Oyo, Delta, Osun, Ebonyi, Anambra, Imo, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Bayelsa and Lagos states, “ it said.

    NiMet anticipated moderate dust haze on Wednesday with visibility range of 2km to 5km over the North throughout the forecast period.

    It predicted cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine over North central region during the morning hours.

    “In the afternoon and evening hours, thunderstorms are expected over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Niger, Kwara, Benue and Nasarawa states. Cloudy skies with sunshine intervals are anticipated over the Southern region in the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Enugu, Edo, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Imo, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Delta, Lagos and Bayelsa states,“ it said.

    The agency said that moderate to heavy rainfall can lead to flash floods. The public was advised to take necessary caution, avoid driving and walking through flood waters.

    It advised citizens to take necessary safety precautions as strong winds were likely to precede and accompany the thunderstorms.

    “Disaster Risk Managers, Agencies and individuals should be proactive, to avert loss of lives and property during the rainy season.

    “All Airline operators are advised to avail themselves of weather reports and alerts periodically from NiMet for effective planning for their operations, “ it said.

  • NiMet warns of heavy rainfall and flash floods in 25 States and FCT

    NiMet warns of heavy rainfall and flash floods in 25 States and FCT

  • Be proactive from Monday, NiMet warns in 3-day weather prediction

    Be proactive from Monday, NiMet warns in 3-day weather prediction

    The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted cloudiness from Monday to Wednesday across the country.

    NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja envisaged cloudy skies on Monday with spells of sunshine over the Northern region with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Adamawa, Taraba and Kaduna States in the morning hours.

    According to it, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Adamawa, Taraba, Borno, Gombe, Bauchi and Kaduna States later in the day.

    “Cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine are anticipated over the North Central region with chances of thunderstorms over parts of Plateau and the Federal Capital Territory in the morning hours.

    “Further into the day, thunderstorms are envisaged over parts of Nasarawa, Plateau, Benue and the Federal Capital Territory. Cloudy atmosphere is expected over the inland states of the South and the coastal states during the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, thunderstorms with moderate rains are anticipated over parts of Ondo, Ekiti, Imo, Enugu, Ebonyi, Edo, Bayelsa, Rivers, Delta Cross River and Akwa Ibom States,” it said.

    The agency predicted cloudy skies with sunshine intervals over the northern region on Tuesday in the morning hours.

    It forecast thunderstorms over parts of Adamawa, Taraba, Kaduna and Bauchi States in the afternoon and evening hours with cloudy atmosphere with spells of sunshine over the North Central region in the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, thunderstorms are envisaged over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa, Kwara, Kogi, Plateau and Niger States.

    “Cloudy atmosphere should prevail over the inland cities of the South and the coastal belt with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Cross River, Rivers and Akwa Ibom in the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, thunderstorms with rains are anticipated over parts of Abia, Ebonyi, Imo, Oyo, Edo, Ondo, Delta, Cross River and Akwa Ibom
    States,” it said.

    NiMet forecast cloudy skies with sunshine intervals on Wednesday over the northern region with prospects of morning thunderstorms over parts of Kebbi State.

    It anticipated thunderstorms over parts of Zamfara and Kaduna States later in the day.

    According to NiMet, cloudy atmosphere with spells of sunshine is anticipated over the North Central region in the morning hours with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Kwara and Niger States.

    The agency predicted thunderstorms over Kogi, Nasarawa and Benue States later in the day.

    It forecast cloudy atmosphere over the inland cities of the South and the coastal belt with prospects of rain over Oyo, Ogun, Edo, Cross River and Akwa Ibom States in the morning hours.

    The agency envisaged chances of thunderstorms and rains over parts of Ondo, Edo, Enugu, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Delta, Rivers and Bayelsa States in the afternoon.

    According to NiMet, moderate to heavy rainfall could lead to flash floods.

    The public is advised to take necessary caution, avoid driving and walking through flood waters.

    “Strong winds are likely to precede and accompany the thunderstorms especially over the Northern region where citizens are advised to take necessary safety precautions.

    “Disaster Risk Managers, Agencies and individuals should be proactive, to avert loss of lives and property during the rainy season

    “All Airline operators are advised to avail themselves of weather reports and alerts periodically from NiMet for effective planning for their operations,” it stated.

  • What you need to know about flash floods

    What you need to know about flash floods

    Flash floods are often triggered by intense rainfall or the sudden release of water from reservoirs or dams and pose a serious threat to communities in Nigeria, particularly urban areas grappling with poor drainage systems, deforestation, and rapid construction.

    These floods are characterized by a sudden surge of water, often overwhelming homes, streets, and vehicles.

    Climate change has heightened the threats of flash floods, and Nigeria has experienced shifts in weather patterns, rendering it vulnerable to intense rainfall and consequent flash floods.

    According to the Director-General/CEO of the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), Clement Nze, the Cameroonian Lagdo dam commenced water release on August 14, 2023, at a rate of 200 cubic meters per second.

    This year’s flood is the worst the country has witnessed IIFile Photo

    Nze explained that although the rate has been reduced to 50 cubic meters per second, the agency remains on high alert as the rainy season persists.

    “Due to the rise in the water levels of River Benue and River Niger, communities along River Benue and River Niger up to Bayelsa state should take precautionary measures,” an advisory issued by the Federal Ministry of Environment through the National Flood Early Warning Systems (FEWS) Central Hub said.

    With at least 15 out of the country’s 36 states predicted to experience torrential rain, here are proactive steps to take and five ways to prioritise your safety if you find yourself stuck in a flash flood:

    1. Stay Informed: Before venturing out, always check weather forecasts, warnings, and alerts. Pay attention to any flash flood warnings issued by local authorities.
    2. Avoid Walking or Driving Through Floodwaters: Do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwaters, no matter how shallow they may appear. Also, avoid entering buildings that are flooded or surrounded by floodwaters, as the structure may be compromised, posing a risk of collapse.
    3. Find Shelter on High Ground: Seek shelter in a sturdy building on higher ground and if you cannot find a building, climb to a higher place such as a tree, roof, or hill. Stay where you are once you find a safe location and do not attempt to venture out until the floodwaters have receded. You can signal for help by using a flashlight, waving a cloth, or making noise.
    4. Turn Off Utilities: If at home, turn off electricity and gas at the main switches or valves to prevent accidents during a flood.
    5. Stay Informed About Rescue Operations: Listen to emergency broadcasts or updates to know when it is safe to evacuate or when rescue operations are underway.
  • NiMet cautions Nigerians, predicts strong winds, thunderstorms from today

    NiMet cautions Nigerians, predicts strong winds, thunderstorms from today

    The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted thunderstorms and cloudiness from today (Tuesday) to Thursday across the country.

    NiMet’s Weather Outlook released on Monday in Abuja forecasts a cloudy atmosphere on Tuesday with intervals of sunshine over the northern region.

    It envisaged thunderstorms over parts of Adamawa, Taraba, Sokoto, Zamfara, Katsina, Kebbi and Kaduna States in the morning hours.

    “Further into the day, isolated thunderstorms are expected over parts of Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, Taraba and Kaduna states.

    “Thunderstorms are expected over parts of Nasarawa, the Federal Capital Territory, Niger, Kwara, Kogi and Benue states in the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, thunderstorms are envisaged over parts of Plateau, the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara, Niger and Nasarawa states,” it stated.

    According to the Weather Outlook, a cloudy atmosphere is expected over the inland states of the South and the coastal states with chances of thunderstorms over parts of Osun, Oyo, Ekiti, Ogun, Lagos, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Bayelsa and Cross River states in the morning hours.

    The agency anticipated thunderstorms over parts of Imo, Abia, Ekiti, Ebonyi, Ondo, Oyo, Anambra, Enugu, Edo, Delta, Lagos, Cross River, Rivers, Bayelsa and Akwa Ibom states later in the day.

    NiMet predicted cloudy skies on Wednesday with spells of sunshine over the northern region with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Adamawa, Taraba and Gombe states in the morning hours.

    It forecast thunderstorms over parts of Bauchi, Kaduna and Zamfara states later in the day.

    “Cloudy atmosphere is anticipated over the North Central region with thunderstorms over parts of Niger, Kogi and Benue states in the morning hours.

    ”Later in the day, thunderstorms are envisaged over parts of Plateau, the Federal Capital Territory and Nasarawa states.

    “Cloudy atmosphere is expected over inland cities of South and coastal belt with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Enugu, Awka, Ebonyi, Imo, Anambra, Cross River, Akwa Ibom and Lagos states in the morning hours. ”

    NiMet envisaged thunderstorms and rains over parts of Ogun, Ondo, Oyo, Ekiti, Osun, Edo, Cross River, Rivers, Bayelsa, Lagos, Delta and Akwa Ibom states later in the day.

    The agency predicted cloudy skies on Thursday with sunshine intervals over the northern region in
    the morning with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Zamfara, Kaduna, Kebbi, Sokoto and Katsina states.

    According to it, cloudy atmosphere is anticipated over the North central region with chances of thunderstorms over parts of Kogi and Benue states in the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms are expected over parts of Niger, the Federal Capital Territory and Plateau states.

    ”Cloudy atmosphere is expected over the inland cities of the South and the coastal states with few thunderstorms over parts of Oyo, Ogun and Lagos states in the morning hours.

    “Later in the day, thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of Enugu, Ekiti, Osun, Edo, Rivers, Delta and Bayelsa states,” it said.

    According to NiMet, moderate to heavy rainfall could lead to flash floods. The public is advised to take necessary caution, avoid driving and walking through flood waters.

    It advised the citizens to take necessary safety precautions as strong winds are likely to precede and accompany the thunderstorms.

    ”Disaster Risk Managers, Agencies and individuals should be proactive, to avert loss of lives and
    property during the rainy season.

    “All Airline operators are advised to avail themselves of weather reports and alerts periodically from NiMet for effective planning for their operations,” it said.

  • NiMet predicts 3-day cloudiness, sunshine

    NiMet predicts 3-day cloudiness, sunshine

    The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted cloudiness and sunshine from Monday to Wednesday.

    NiMet weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja forecast cloudy skies on Monday with intervals of sunshine over the northern region with prospects of morning thunderstorms over parts of Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Bauchi, Katsina, and Yobe states.

    “Thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of Kebbi, Zamfara, Sokoto, Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa and Taraba states.

    “Cloudy atmosphere is expected over the North central region with prospects of morning rains over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa and Kwara states.

    “Later in the day, thunderstorms with intermittent rains are anticipated over the entire region,” it said.

    According to NiMet, cloudy atmosphere is expected over the inland states of the South and the coastal states with prospects of morning rains over parts of Imo, Edo, Ondo, Rivers and Bayelsa states.

    It anticipated thunderstorms with intermittent rains over the entire region later in the day.
    The agency envisaged prospects of morning thunderstorms over parts of Jigawa, Katsina, Kano, and Yobe states in the northern region on Tuesday.

    “Later in the day, cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine are anticipated over the entire region.

    “Cloudy atmosphere is expected over the North central region with prospects of morning rains over parts of the Federal Capital Territory and Niger state.

    “During the afternoon/evening period, thunderstorms and intermittent rains are envisaged over parts of Benue, Kogi and Nasarawa states. Morning rains are anticipated over the inland states of the South and the coastal cities,” it said.

    NiMet predicted cloudy skies over the entire region later in the day.

    According to NiMet, cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine are expected over the northern region on Wednesday.

    It anticipates thunderstorms over parts of Jigawa, Borno, Bauchi, Gombe and Adamawa states later in the day.

    “Cloudy skies with sunshine intervals are envisaged over the North central region with chances of thunderstorms/rains over parts of the Federal Capital Territory and Plateau state during the afternoon/evening period.

    “Cloudy skies are anticipated over the inland cities of the South in the morning
    while rains are anticipated over the coastal cities.

    “Later in the day, intermittent rains are anticipated over the entire region. All Airline operators are advised to avail themselves of weather reports/alerts periodically from NiMet for effective planning for their operations.

    “Moderate to heavy rainfall could lead to flash floods. The public is advised to take necessary caution, avoid driving and walking through flood waters.

    “Disaster risk managers, agencies and individuals should be proactive, to avert loss of lives and property during the rainy season,” it said.