Fresh Warning: 7 States To Experience Big Thunderstorms, Rainfall, Full List Emerges

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has released a weather outlook, cautioning about the possibility of thunderstorms and rainfall in various regions of the country, as reported by Legit.

NiMet serves as the official meteorological organization of the Nigerian government, tasked with delivering meteorological data and forecasts to support socio-economic activities, guide weather and climate policy, and ensure the safety of lives and property. Click link to continue reading.

In its outlook released on Saturday, September 20, obtained by Legit.ng, the agency predicted isolated lightning storms with light rains in parts of Kaduna, Gombe, Kebbi, Zamfara, Adamawa, Bauchi, Southern Borno, and Taraba states on Sunday afternoon and evening, September 21.

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‎For the central Nigerian states, NiMet forecast isolated thunderstorms with moderate rains across most parts of the region. ‎

In the south, “thunderstorms with moderate rains” are anticipated across most parts of the region on Sunday afternoon/evening, September 21.

‎‎NiMet stated that the predicted thunderstorms may cause temporary disruption of outdoor activities, advising motorists to drive cautiously during rainfall due to reduced visibility and slippery roads. It also counselled residents in flood-prone areas to take precautionary measures.

The states that may experience isolated thunderstorms and drizzles are listed below:

1. Kaduna
2. Gombe
3. Kebbi
4. Zamfara
5. Adamawa
6. Bauchi
7. Borno
8. Taraba

According to Legit, weather forecasts are important because they provide valuable guidance for future planning, economic benefit as well as safety of life and property. They have become an essential part of people’s daily lives, influencing their choices of clothing, travel and activities.