The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast sunshine and dust haze across the country from Saturday to Monday.
The agency, in a recent statement, said states in the North and the North Central geo-political zones of the country are to expect moderate dust haze on Friday with horizontal visibility of 2Km to 5Km.
“Yobe, Borno, Jigawa, Kano States that are expected to have horizontal visibility ranges localised less than or equal to 1,000m during the forecast period.”
NiMet further disclosed that a thick dust haze is expected over the northern states throughout the forecast period on Saturday.
The weather outlook also noted that moderate dust haze with horizontal visibility of 2Km to 5Km is anticipated over the North central region of the country throughout the forecast period.
“On Sunday, moderate Dust Haze with horizontal visibility of 2Km to 5Km is expected over the northern region with the exception of places like Jigawa, Katsina, Kano are expected to have horizontal visibility range localised less than or equal to 1000m.”
NiMet urged members of the public with Asthma and other respiratory issues to be cautious of the present weather situations due to dust particles in suspension, adding that night–time cold temperatures should be expected.
Furthermore, the agency advised the public against driving and walking through flood waters as the moderate to heavy rainfall that is anticipated may cause flash floods.
“Moderate to heavy rainfall could lead to flash floods. The public is advised to take necessary caution, avoid driving and walking through flood waters.”
“Strong winds are likely to precede and accompany the thunderstorms, citizens are advised to take necessary safety precautions. Disaster Risk Managers, Agencies and individuals should be proactive, to avert loss of lives and property.”
“Airline operators are advised to get updated weather reports from NiMet for effective planning in their operations,” the statement added.
