The Nigerian Meteorological Agency predicted moderate dust haze with a horizontal visibility range of 2-5 km over the Northern and North Central states.
This was contained in a report released on Friday.
The report read:
“Moderate dust haze with horizontal visibility range of 2-5 km over the Northern region and the North Central states throughout the forecast period.”
“Patches of clouds in the hazy atmosphere is expected in the morning hours over the inland cities of the South and the coastal states with prospects of localised thunderstorms over parts of Delta, Lagos, Cross River, Bayelsa and Rivers states in the afternoon/evening periods.”
“Airline operators are advised to get updated with weather reports from NiMet for effective planning in their operations.”
In the afternoon/evening hours, NiMet predicts localised thunderstorms over parts of Delta, Lagos, Cross River, Bayelsa, and Rivers states.
It urged the public to stay informed and prepared. It advised individuals and communities to take the necessary precautions to ensure their safety and well-being.
NiMet also emphasised the importance of staying current with local weather advisories and alerts, particularly for those living in areas prone to dust haze and thunderstorms.
Residents and airline operators should also be proactive and cautious when travelling or engaging in outdoor activities.