The Ghana Meteorological Agency has issued a nationwide weather alert, warning of impending thunderstorms and a heightened risk of flooding in several parts of the country.
In a statement released on Tuesday, March 31, the Agency revealed that two rainstorm systems developing along the borders of Togo and Benin are expected to converge before moving into Ghana. The combined system, together with locally generated rain clouds, is forecast to trigger rainfall of varying intensity accompanied by thunderstorms.
According to GMet, the impact will be felt across multiple sectors of the country, including coastal, middle, transition and portions of the northern regions.
The Agency cautioned that residents in low-lying communities should remain vigilant, as these areas are particularly susceptible to flooding. Strong winds are also expected to accompany the storms, raising concerns about potential damage.
Weather projections indicate that between 1600 UTC and 2000 UTC, parts of the Volta and northern belts — including Ho, Jasikan, Kpandai, Dambai, Salaga, Tamale, Kumasi, Obuasi and Nkawkaw — are likely to experience rainfall.
The system is then expected to intensify and extend toward the coast between 1900 UTC and 0100 UTC, affecting areas such as Accra, Prampram, Ashaiman, Aflao and Aburi.
Later in the night, from 2100 UTC to 0300 UTC, the rains are projected to spread further to cover areas including Sunyani, Winneba, Cape Coast, Tarkwa and Axim.
GMet is urging the public to take precautionary measures, especially those living in flood-prone zones, as the weather system moves across the country. Residents are advised to secure property, avoid floodwaters and stay updated with official weather reports.
