FCT, Neighbouring States To Expertise Thunderstorms, Heavy Rainfalls

The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Administration Division (FEMD) has issued an alert following a climate forecast by the Nigerian Meteorological Company (NiMet), predicting thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in components of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and surrounding states.

The FCT is predicted to expertise thunderstorms and heavy rains within the early night of Sunday, June 8.

Related climate circumstances are anticipated in states bordering the FCT, in addition to Kwara, Benue, and Plateau States.

In a press release signed by FEMD’s Head of Public Affairs, Nkechi Isa, the Performing Director Common of of the company, Engr. Abdulrahman Mohammed urged residents to train warning, notably when driving throughout heavy downpours.

“Please all the time look ahead to the water stage to recede earlier than driving by flooded areas,” he suggested.

He additionally known as on residents to take crucial precautions, together with switching off electrical home equipment throughout rainfall to keep away from hazards.

The climate outlook extends into the approaching days, with morning thunderstorms and rains anticipated on Monday, June 9, in components of the FCT, Niger, Kogi, and Nasarawa States.

Early night thunderstorms with rain are forecasted on Tuesday, June 10, within the FCT, Nasarawa, Benue, and Plateau States.

Mohammed additional emphasised the significance of utilizing the 112 emergency toll-free quantity to report any emergencies, urging residents to stay vigilant and cling to security tips.

He assured that FEMD continues to watch the scenario and can present updates as crucial.

Residents are additionally suggested to remain knowledgeable by official channels and keep away from actions that will endanger lives and property throughout adversarial climate circumstances.