GHANA METEOROLOGICAL AGENCY CAUTIONS AGAINST IONIC SUBSTANCE DURING THUNDER STORMS

The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMET) has warned the general public not to nakedly handle ionic substance at home like cooking utensils during thunder storms because one can easily lose his or her life.

The Principal Meteorologist at the Ghana Meteorological Service, Rev Steve Nyankontey Quaw stated that during thunder storms electronic ionic substance at home becomes charged and therefore would easily electrify anyone who touches it with bare hands.
He explained that clouds have ionize path that when charge the elements can kill anyone when thunder storms strikes.
He reiterated that children should not be allowed to walk and play in the rains when thunderstorms strike.

Commenting on the recent heavy rains, he predicted higher chances of heavy rainfall over the country this year.

The Principal Meteorologist at the Ghana Meteorological Service, Rev Nyankontey Quaw, stated that many parts of the country would have above normal rainfall pattern this year.

Rev Quaw said that the major raining season for the Southern part of the country started in March and is expected to end in July after which the minor season will follow from September.

He however stated that the Northern part and the Middle belts of the country would have only one rainy season, which would begin from May through to September. He cautioned the public to remain indoors during such rainfalls and strong winds, which could blow anything in its way.

The Principal Meteorologist further cautioned the public to avoid coming into contact with flying objects, which could injure them during strong winds.
He cautions the entourage driving the President in the Western Region to extra care as the rains has sets in.
Story: Samuel Mantey/Adom news/Ghana