NiMet predicts 3-day dust haze, sunshine

Sat, Nov 23, 2024
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The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted  dust haze and sunshine from Saturday to Monday across the nation.

NiMet`s weather outlook released on Friday envisaged slight dust haze on Saturday over the northern region.

According to the agency, slight dust haze is anticipated over the North- Central region throughout the forecast period.

“In the southern region, sunny skies with patches of clouds are anticipated, with prospects of morning mists over parts of Lagos and Ogun states.

“ Isolated thunderstorms with light rains are expected over parts of Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Delta, Cross River and Akwa Ibom states during the afternoon and evening hours, “ it said.

According to the agency, slight dust haze is anticipated over the northern region on Sunday.

NiMet envisaged slight dust haze over the region throughout the forecast period in the North-Central region.

It anticipated thunderstorms in the southern region with light rains over parts of Rivers, Cross River and Akwa Ibom in the afternoon and evening hours.

According to NiMet, moderate dust haze is envisaged on Monday in the northern region.

 It predicted horizontal visibility of one kilometre to three kilometres with localised visibility of less than or equal to 1,000m over the northern region throughout the forecast period.

The agency forecast slight dust haze over the North-Central region throughout the forecast period.

NiMet anticipated sunny skies in the southern region with patches of clouds throughout the forecast period.

“Dust particles are in suspension; the public should take necessary precautions.

“People with asthmatic health condition and other respiratory issues should be cautious of the present weather condition.

“ Strong winds may precede the rains in areas where thunderstorms are likely to occur, the public should take adequate precaution,” it said.

The agency advised members of the public to adhere to safety advisories by relevant authorities.

“Airline operators are advised to get airport-specific weather reports (flight documentation) from NiMet for effective planning in their operations.

“Residents are advised to stay informed through weather updates from NiMet,” it said. (NAN)

23rd November, 2024.

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