NiMET Predicts Three-Day Dust Haze Starting Today

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted a dust haze across the country from Monday to Wednesday.

NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja forecasts moderate dust haze on Monday with localized visibility of 1,000mexpected over the northern region during the forecast period. According to the outlook, moderate dust haze is expected over the North Central and inland states during the forecast period.

“Patches of cloud in hazy atmosphere is anticipated over the coastal belt with slim prospects of localized thunderstorms over parts of Lagos State during the afternoon and evening hours. On Tuesday, moderate dust haze is expected over the northern region and the North Central states throughout the forecast period.”

“Moderate dust haze is also expected over the inland state throughout the forecast period. Patches of clouds in a hazy atmosphere over the coastal states throughout the forecast period”, said the agency.

The agency advised airline operators to “get updated with weather reports from NiMet for effective planning in their operations. Disaster Risk Managers, Agencies and Individuals should be proactive to avert loss of lives and property.”

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