The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted three days of heavy rainfall in several states across the country.
The Heavy Rainfall Forecast Bulletin released on Tuesday, September 5th predicted moderate to heavy rainfall from Thursday over parts of Sokoto, Kebbi, Kaduna, Delta, Bayelsa, and Katsina States.
Other states include; Kano, Jigawa, Yobe, Borno, Gombe, Akwa Ibom, Abia, and Bauchi states.
NiMet also predicted heavy rainfall in Adamawa, Taraba, Benue, Niger, Kogi, Ondo, Edo, Rivers, Imo, Ebonyi and Cross River State,
NiMet indicated that light to moderate rainfall is anticipated over places in Ogun, Lagos, Taraba and Oyo states. Very light or no rain is expected over the rest of the country.
NiMet warned that there are prospects of flash flooding with the expected moderate to heavy rainfall, especially for Thursday 7th and Friday 8th of September. The prediction said these moderate to heavy rains should be accompanied by strong winds.
“The public is advised not to drive through surface runoff waters, as they have strong undercurrents. Other likely hazards include slippery road surfaces and reduced visibility during the rain which can disrupt road traffic. Strong winds are a threat to weak structures, trees and mast. Disconnect electrical appliances before and not during the rains” NiMet said.
