The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet has warned of an approaching severe thunderstorm observed from the northeastern part of the country.
In a release by the NiMet spokesman, Muntari Ibrahim, the severe thunderstorm cells are currently being observed over the north-eastern parts of the country with moderate to heavy rains within the next 6 hours.
The statement therefore advise that where thunderstorms are expected strong winds are likely to precede the rains and as such, trees, electric poles, unsecured objects and weak buildings
may be felled.
NiMet advised the public to be cautious and stay in-door especially during heavy rainfall to avoid being struck by lightning.
It also urged all Airline operators are to avail themselves of weather reports
periodically from NiMet for effective planning in their operations.
According to the statement, disaster risk managers, agencies and individuals should be proactive, to avert loss of lives and property during the rainy season.
The Agency assured it Central Forecast Office (CFO) in NiMet will continue to monitor the weather and provide updates when necessary.