NiMet Forecasts 3-day Dust Haze, Rain Across Nigeria
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted dust haze and rain across the country from Monday to Wednesday.
NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja envisaged slight dust haze on Monday with localised visibility of 2 km to 5km in the northern region during the forecast hours.
“In the North Central region, slight dust haze with localised visibility of 2km to 5km is expected during the forecast period.
“In the South, sunny skies in a hazy atmosphere are expected over the inland, with prospects of thunderstorms with slight rains anticipated over parts of Lagos, Akwa Ibom and Cross River states in the morning.
“Towards the afternoon/evening hours thunderstorms with slight rains are expected over parts of southern Ondo, Ogun, Lagos, Edo, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Delta states,” it said to take adequate precaution. Adhere to safety advisories issued 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. Visit our websitewww.nimet.gov.ng,” it said. (NAN)
