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  • Cloudy weather, moderate rains expected today

    Cloudy weather, moderate rains expected today

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has forecasted generally cloudy weather for most parts of the country this morning, with intermittent light to moderate rains expected along the coastline and inland areas.

    Misty conditions will accompany these early morning showers.

    As the day progresses, the weather is expected to clear up, giving way to sunny periods in the afternoon. However, residents should be prepared for the possibility of late afternoon thunderstorms or rain, particularly in the coastal, middle, and transitional belts.

    The Meteorological Agency advises the public to stay informed about weather updates throughout the day, as the conditions may affect daily activities and travel plans.

    https://twitter.com/GhanaMet/status/1802936377169903937
  • Many Americans without electricity due to terrible weather conditions

    Many Americans without electricity due to terrible weather conditions

    Tornadoes and severe thunderstorms have left nearly 300,000 people across seven states without power as of Monday night, reports MyJoyOnline.

    Massive storms over the weekend resulted in at least 23 fatalities and widespread destruction throughout the central United States.

    Forecasters indicate that the highest weather risk has now shifted eastward, affecting a large area from Alabama to New York.

    Expect more thunderstorms, damaging wind gusts, hail, and flash flooding.

    Heavy rain is forecasted to impact the East Coast into Tuesday morning, including areas of New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).

    This heavy rainfall poses a slight risk of severe thunderstorms forming in regions from the Northeast to the Southeast, added the agency.

    Additionally, severe thunderstorms might develop over Texas on Tuesday, with wind gusts potentially reaching 120 km/h or higher.

    Parts of the southern US will continue to experience scorching temperatures, with record or near-record highs expected.

    On Monday morning, over 120 million Americans were under severe weather warnings.

    Sunday marked the busiest day for severe weather in the US this year, with over 600 storm damage reports across 20 states. Tornadoes and strong winds reduced buildings to rubble, flipped vehicles, and brought down power lines.

    Meanwhile, lightning, thunder, and heavy rain forced the evacuation of around 125,000 spectators as Sunday’s Indianapolis 500 race was delayed by four hours.

    Fatalities from the storms were reported in multiple states: eight in Arkansas, seven in Texas, two in Oklahoma, and five in Kentucky. In Alabama, a 79-year-old woman was killed Monday morning when a tree fell on her house, local media reported.

    President Joe Biden spoke with the governors of the affected states and offered federal assistance.

    On Monday, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency after severe storms hit much of the state.

    “Last night many families and communities were not safe,” he said. “We had devastating storms that hit almost the entire state.”

    In Colorado, a lightning strike killed a farmer and 34 of his cows.

    In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott announced that over a third of the state’s counties were under a disaster declaration due to severe weather sweeping through the region.

    All seven deaths in the state were reported in Valley View, Cooke County, near the Oklahoma border, after a tornado struck a rural area close to a mobile home park.

    Among the victims were two children, aged two and five, along with three members of the same family.

    Footage from the scene revealed a filling station and rest stop almost entirely destroyed, with twisted metal debris scattered over damaged vehicles.

    These recent tornadoes follow another devastating one that hit a rural town in Iowa earlier in May, resulting in four fatalities.

    Government forecasters have also predicted an “extraordinary” 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, set to begin next month.

  • At least 15 people died as a result of severe weather in Texas, Oklahoma

    At least 15 people died as a result of severe weather in Texas, Oklahoma

    Strong storms caused a lot of damage in Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas on Sunday. At least 15 people died and many homes were destroyed. A truck stop where people were hiding in the restroom was also destroyed. This is the latest severe weather to hit the central US.

    The storms caused a lot of damage in an area from north of Dallas to the northwest corner of Arkansas. There may be more bad weather in other parts of the Midwest later today. Forecasters said that by Monday, the biggest danger would move to the east, covering a large area from Alabama to near New York City.

    Seven people died in Cooke County, Texas, close to the Oklahoma border, when a tornado hit a rural area near a mobile home park on Saturday night. Texas Governor also confirmed this. Greg Abbott spoke at a press conference on Sunday. Two children, aged two and five, were among the dead. The sheriff found three family members dead in their house.

    Storms caused deaths, destroyed homes, and injured people in Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Kentucky. Many people in the area had no electricity.

    In Texas, Governor Abbott said that about 100 people got hurt and over 200 homes and buildings were destroyed. He was sitting in front of a damaged truck stop near a small farming town called Valley View. The place was one of the most affected, with strong winds reaching about 135 mph (217 km/h), according to officials.

    “Texas families and small businesses have been greatly affected by consecutive storms”, said Abbott, the governor of Texas. The severe weather, including storms that killed eight people in Houston, has crushed the hopes and dreams of many.

    Hugo Parra, who lives in Farmers Branch, north of Dallas, said he stayed in the bathroom of a truck stop near Valley View with 40 to 50 other people during the storm. The storm ripped off the roof and walls of the building, twisted metal beams, and damaged cars in the parking lot.

    “A firefighter checked on us and said, ‘You’re very lucky,’” Parra said. “The wind was so strong it felt like it was trying to pull us out of the bathroom. ”

    Several people were taken to hospitals by ambulance and helicopter in Denton County, Texas, which is north of Dallas. But the officials didn’t know how bad the injuries were right away.

    At least five people died in Arkansas. A 26-year-old woman was found dead outside a destroyed home in Olvey, a small area in Boone County. Daniel Bolen from the county’s emergency management office said this. 1 person died in Benton County, and 2 more bodies were found in Marion County, officials reported.

    Two people died in Mayes County, which is located to the east of Tulsa, Oklahoma, according to officials.

    A man in Kentucky died on Sunday in Louisville when a tree fell on him, according to the police. Louisville Mayor Craig Greenburg said on social media that someone died because of the storm.

    A very dangerous set of storms

    The bad storms kept causing a lot of damage in the middle of the country for another month.

    Tornadoes in Iowa this week killed at least five people and hurt many others. The dangerous tornadoes have formed during a really bad tornado season, while climate change makes storms worse worldwide. April had the second-highest amount of tornadoes ever in the country.

    Weather experts and officials warned people to find shelter as the storms moved through the area on Saturday night and Sunday morning. “If you are in the path of this storm, find a safe place to stay now. ” The National Weather Service office in Norman, Oklahoma, posted on X.

  • Southern Ghana to experience thunderstorms today – GMet ‘warns’

    Southern Ghana to experience thunderstorms today – GMet ‘warns’

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued an urgent weather warning in response to the intense rainfall battering the southern regions of Ghana.

    The agency has traced the source of the downpour to a rainstorm originating from southern Togo, which is forecasted to move westward.

    This system is expected to bring thunderstorms or rain of varying intensities to southern Ghana, along with increased cloudiness.

    Residents should anticipate moderate to strong winds accompanying the rainstorm in certain areas.

    Today, from 7 to 11 AM, locales such as Aflao, Keta, Dzodze, Anloga, Ho, Ada Foah, Accra, Kasoa, Dodowa, Madina, Nsawam, Koforidua, Akim Oda, and nearby areas are advised to take necessary precautions against the expected heavy rainfall.

    Conversely, Cape Coast, Tarkwa, Axim, Takoradi, and their vicinities are projected to face a lower risk.

    Mariners are warned that the sea state is likely to be turbulent.

  • Plant more trees to check hot weather – GMet tells Ghanaians

    Plant more trees to check hot weather – GMet tells Ghanaians

    Felicity Ahafianyo, the Chief Weather Forecaster at the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet), is urging Ghanaians to cultivate more green grass and trees to help mitigate the impact of rising carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, which are exacerbating the heat wave in the country.

    Following a February 2024 alert from the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) warning of exceptionally hot weather conditions, Ghana has been experiencing heightened temperatures.

    The current weather in Ghana is already characterized by intense heat, compounded by the ongoing Harmattan season. However, GMet forecasts predict further escalation in temperatures, surpassing current conditions.

    According to GMet, “The sun is on its apparent movement from the southern hemisphere towards the northern hemisphere and expected to be on the equator on March 20, 2024.”

    In view of this, “an increase in temperature is expected from now through March to April 2024.”

    The projected temperature ranges are formidable, with the southern half expected to experience maximums between 33°C to 37°C and the northern regions facing even higher temperatures ranging from 36°C to 42°C.

    Simultaneously, minimum temperatures are anticipated to fluctuate between 22°C and 27°C nationwide.

    GMet has however clarified that this does not suggest the occurrence of heat waves. “Temperatures are normally high during these months and require precautionary measures to deal with the associated risks,” it noted.

  • 2024 is going to be hotter than 2023 – Environmental scientist

    2024 is going to be hotter than 2023 – Environmental scientist

    Environmental expert, Professor Chris Gordon has issued a dire warning, forecasting that 2024 will experience higher temperatures compared to previous years as Ghana continues to witness a steady rise in temperatures.

    Highlighting the alarming trend of increasing temperatures both globally and locally, Professor Gordon expressed his concern, particularly amidst the ongoing electricity challenges faced by Ghanaian communities.

    During an interview on the Citi Breakfast Show on Monday, April 8, 2024, Professor Gordon emphasized the significant impact of rising temperatures on the population.

    He referenced a notable incident in January 2021 when Accra recorded an exceptionally high temperature of 39.5 degrees Celsius, well above the usual average.

    Such temperature surges pose a serious threat, especially for residents of informal settlements dealing with inadequate housing and poor ventilation.

    Professor Gordon emphasized the urgent need for action to address the growing challenges of climate change.

    He pointed out a critical flaw in building design, citing inadequate spacing between structures and lack of proper ventilation, making them vulnerable to climatic pressures.

    Furthermore, Professor Gordon highlighted the stark contrast between different housing types, with occupants of air-conditioned homes facing fewer challenges than those residing in informal settlements.

    “Well, unfortunately, 2024 is going to be hotter than 2023. That is the trend globally and nationally. Every year is hotter than the previous year on average. And I should point out that I just checked the record. In January 2021, Accra had a temperature of 39.5 degrees centigrade, which is almost 57 degrees higher than normal. And it is those spikes which are the problem.”

    “Yes, we have made a mess, as I have been saying, for decades now. And we need to solve it. Unfortunately, I was listening to the programme. All the points made by your people in the studio, the people who have phoned in and so forth, they are all valid. The way we design our buildings, we just decimate the space in between buildings. Back in the day, we are supposed to leave 10 feet between your fence wall and the building. ”

    “Now people are building one foot away from the fence wall. We have problems with the glass that you’re talking about. Everything that would make us climate-resilient, we are not doing. This is something that we at my institute, the Institute for Environments and Financial Studies, we sort of anticipated about five, six years ago, and we have developed two projects currently, looking at urban heat and health.”

  • Extreme weather likely to affect cocoa production – COCOBOD

    Extreme weather likely to affect cocoa production – COCOBOD

    Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Joseph Boahene Aidoo, has noted that the extreme weather conditions is likely to have an adverse effect on the country’s cocoa production.

    Mr Aidoo stated that the downpours and excessive dryness will worsen the impact of the cocoa swollen shoot disease on cocoa produce.

    “Our cocoa farms have been affected by the extreme weather conditions caused by excessive rains and then excessive dryness. It is definitely going to affect production.

    “But it is only coming to exacerbate an existing systemic problem. Systemic problems had to do with cocoa swollen shoot disease. That is the main driver of the decrease in production of cocoa in Ghana.”

    He stressed the urgent need for proactive measures to tackle the dual threats of climate change and cocoa diseases.

    His remarks underscore the critical importance of safeguarding the future of Ghana’s cocoa sector through strategic interventions and adaptation strategies.

  • Ghana will be hotter from now to April – GMet warns public

    Ghana will be hotter from now to April – GMet warns public

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued an alert urging residents to brace themselves for extremely hot weather conditions.

    Temperatures are expected to rise significantly in the coming days, with a peak anticipated on March 20, 2024, as the sun moves towards the equator.

    The current weather in Ghana is already hot, exacerbated by the ongoing Harmattan season. However, GMet forecasts that temperatures will intensify, surpassing the current conditions.

    According to GMet, “The sun is on its apparent movement from the southern hemisphere towards the northern hemisphere and expected to be on the equator on March 20, 2024.”

    In view of this, “an increase in temperature is expected from now through March to April 2024.”

    The projected temperature ranges are formidable, with the southern half expected to experience maximums between 33°C to 37°C and the northern regions facing even higher temperatures ranging from 36°C to 42°C.

    Simultaneously, minimum temperatures are anticipated to fluctuate between 22°C and 27°C nationwide.

    GMet has however clarified that this does not suggest the occurrence of heat waves. “Temperatures are normally high during these months and require precautionary measures to deal with the associated risks,” it noted.

    According to GMet, “this period also coincides with the transition from the dry season into the major rainy season for southern Ghana. Rains during this period will be less frequent but quite violent.”

    “Expect localised rain and thunder with occasionally strong winds, especially over southern Ghana,” it added.

    To protect public health during this period of heightened temperatures, GMet advises the following precautions:

    1. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
    2. Seek Shade: Use umbrellas or hats, especially between 11 am and 3 pm when the sun is strongest.
    3. Wear Light Clothing: Choose lightweight, light-colored clothing to reduce heat absorption.
    4. Apply Sunscreen: Use sunscreen when spending extended time outdoors to protect your skin from sunburn.
  • El Niño returns, global temperature likely to surge

    El Niño returns, global temperature likely to surge

    World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has projected a surge in global temperatures and disruptive weather and climate patterns.

    The WMO’s prediction stems from El Niño conditions that have developed in the tropical Pacific for the first time in seven years.

    There is a 90% chance that the El Niño event will continue through the second half of 2023 as it is expected to be of moderate strength, according to the WHO.

    The changes in global temperatures will most likely be visible in 2024.

    As WMO Secretary-General Prof. Petteri Taalas stated, early warnings and anticipatory action of extreme weather events associated with this major climate phenomenon are critical to saving lives and livelihoods.

    El Niño weather patterns have been linked to the heightened transmission of viral infections like dengue, Zika, and chikungunya.

    In June of this year, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the Director-General of the World Health Organization, issued a warning that climate change is contributing to increased mosquito breeding, leading to a significant rise in dengue fever cases, particularly in the Americas.

    El Niño, characterized by elevated sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Oceans, has been associated with various extreme weather events such as tropical cyclones, heavy rainfall, and severe droughts.

    This phenomenon, occurring within the context of human-induced climate change, typically takes place every two to seven years, with episodes lasting approximately nine to twelve months. It is a natural climate trend correlated with the rising temperatures of the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean.

    The average world temperature in 2022 was about 1.15 degrees Celsius higher than the 1850-1900 average due to the cooling triple-dip La Niña, according to the World Meteorological Organization.

    The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) research, released in May, also stated that there is a 66% chance that the annual average near-surface global temperature between 2023 and 2027 will be hotter than 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels for at least one year.

     “The onset of El Niño will greatly increase the likelihood of breaking temperature records and triggering more extreme heat in many parts of the world and in the ocean,” said Prof. Taalas.

    According to the World Meteorological Organization’s State of the Global Climate reports, 2016 was the warmest year on record due to a “double whammy” of a very severe El Niño phenomenon and human-induced warming from greenhouse emissions.

    But WMO Director of Climate Services Prof. Chris Hewitt says, it is yet another wake up call, or an early warning, that the world is not yet going in the right direction to limit the warming to within the targets set in Paris in 2015 designed to substantially reduce the impacts of climate change.

    “This is not to say that in the next five years we would exceed the 1.5°C level specified in the Paris Agreement because that agreement refers to long-term warming over many years,” he said.

  • Continuous rain expected during the day – Ghana Meteo

    Continuous rain expected during the day – Ghana Meteo

    As stated in the weather warning issued this morning, the rain system will continue to affect sites along the coast and inland areas with cloudiness, thunderstorms, and windy conditions.

    Brief sunny periods will be experienced across the country as the day progresses.

    Thunderstorms or rains are expected over few places across the various sectors of the country late afternoon.

    Misty morning will occur over the forest, hilly and coastal sectors.

    The maximum expected temperature in Accra is tropical 32°C, while the minimum temperature will be 27°C.

    Below is the full weather forecast for the day:

    NB: The state of the sea is ROUGH (02)

  • Today’s weather report: Thunderstorms expected this morning

    Today’s weather report: Thunderstorms expected this morning

    Thunderstorms are expected early this morning over the eastern portions of the country.

    Later in the morning into the afternoon, the western portions are also expected to experience same.

    Early morning mist or fog patches are predicted over parts of coastal, mountainous and forest areas of southern Ghana.

    The maximum expected temperature in Accra is tropical 33°C, while the minimum temperature will be 25°C.

    Below is the full weather forecast for the day:

  • Kenya’s first observation satellite’s launch once more aborted

    Kenya’s first observation satellite’s launch once more aborted

    There will be a slight delay in the launch of Kenya’s first operational earth observation satellite.

    Satellite Taifa-1 was supposed take off from California USA on Friday (Apr. 14) but exploration technology company Space X, cancelled the exercise nearly 28 seconds into flight.

    The launch is scheduled on Saturday (Apr. 15).

    Friday’s cancellation marked the third failed attempt to launch the satellite. The bad weather which caused the delay hasn’t deter engineers on site. They took the the news philosophically.

    “Ingenieurs, what’s happening with the weather, what type of weather is this? […] We’re sorry, it’s a very delicate process and a lot of money has been invested on different pilots so it’s not good to risk it.”

    Taifa-1’s payload is an optical camera capable of imaging in five multispectral bands with a ground sampling distance (GSD) of 32 metres and the panchromatic band with a GSD of 16 metres.

    According to the Kenya Space Agency, Taifa-1 is the first of what is intended to be a constellation of small earth observation satellites that will form the Taifa-1 mission.

  • North Korea sends caution ahead of ‘extreme cold’ weather

    North Korea sends caution ahead of ‘extreme cold’ weather

    Authorities in North Korea have issued warnings about severe weather as a cold wave sweeps the Korean peninsula.


    The poorest region of the country, the northern regions, are expected to experience temperatures below -30C, according to the state radio broadcaster.

    High winds are also anticipated for coastal areas, according to state media.

    Additionally, a cold wave warning has been issued for South Korea, and record-low temperatures have been recorded in northern China.

    Temperatures are also expected to drop to their lowest in a decade in Japan this week.

    While North Korea has been affected by extreme or adverse weather much like other places, little is known about the impact of this on its people.

    Ryanggang, North Hamgyong and South Hamgyong, the country’s poorest provinces and those expected to be most vulnerable to climate shocks, are all located in the north.

    Electricity is uncommon outside the capital Pyongyang, and households in these places reportedly burn wood, and dried plants for warmth during the winter, NK News has reported. It also says many merely use plastic wrap around their doors and windows for insulation.

    Radio Free Asia reported in December that “large numbers” of people in the country had gone missing late last year during another extremely cold spell – many are thought to have either starved or frozen to death, as the mercury dipped below freezing and food became scarce.

    Food insecurity in North Korea is said to be at its worst since a widespread famine in the 1990s, according to Lucas Rengifo-Keller, a research analyst at Peterson Institute for International Economics in the US.

    In 2019, North Korea said it was suffering its worst drought in nearly four decades. This comes after the UN said that up to 10 million North Koreans were “in urgent need of food assistance,” reporting that the people had been surviving on just 300 g (10.5 oz) of food a day that year.

    In 2020, North Korea was struck by five major typhoons, which caused major structural damage to buildings, roads, factories and water systems and displaced thousands of citizens.

    Scientists say extreme weather, including cold waves, is becoming more common because of climate change.

    Tuesday’s cold wave alerts come as Pyongyang prepares to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Korean People’s Army next week.

  • Today’s Weather Forecast – December 13, 2022

    Dry and hazy conditions will prevail over the northern sector throughout the forecast period with visibilities ranging from 400m to 900m.

    Most areas within southern Ghana on the other hand will experience partly cloudy and misty weather this morning.

    Sunny periods will be experienced as the day progresses.

    Few areas over the Western Coast are however expected to experience localised thundery and rain activities later in the day.

    The maximum expected temperature in Accra is tropical 33°C, while the minimum temperature will be 26°C.

    Below is the full weather forecast for the day:

    NB: The state of the sea is CALM (01)

  • UK weather: Met Office warns London and South East about snow and ice as Arctic blast grips UK

    The frigid weather will last until the following week. While this is going on, weather experts are predicting that snow could fall in the South East of England on Sunday night and into Monday morning.

    Parts of southern England could experience snowfall in the coming days as forecasters warn that the Arctic blast will last into next week and cause temperatures to drop as low as -15C.

    A yellow snow and ice warning has been issued by the Met Office for London and the South East from 9 a.m. on Sunday to 9 a.m. on Monday, stating that two to five centimetres of snow, and even up to 10 cm in some areas, may fall during that time.

    “Snow may push in across parts of east and southeast England, leading to a risk of travel disruption especially on Monday morning,” it said.

    Met Office warnings for Sun 11 Dec
    Image:Met Office warnings for Sunday

    Spokesman Grahame Madge said: “The outlook for the UK remains cold at least for the next seven days, with the potential for this to continue even longer.”

    Temperatures dropped as low as -9C (15F) in Benson, South Oxfordshire, overnight, and Sky News weather producer Joanna Robinson said -15C could possibly be reached in Scotland where there is snowfall and clear skies over the coming week.

    The Met Office had already issued several yellow weather warnings for snow and ice which are in place for parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and South West England.

    In addition, the UK Health Security Agency has issued a level three cold weather alert covering England until Monday – and says vulnerable people should heat their homes to at least 18C, wear extra layers of clothing, and eat hot food to protect themselves.

    As parts of the UK are hit by freezing conditions, those on the lowest incomes in England and Wales will receive a £25 cold weather payment.

    The winter payments are triggered for eligible households where the average temperature has been or is forecast to be 0C or below over a period of seven consecutive days.

    Robinson said further wintry showers into next week will bring icy stretches, with conditions reaching well below freezing.

    Overnight snow in Consett, County Durham. Parts of the UK are being hit by freezing conditions with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issuing a Level 3 cold weather alert covering England until Monday and the Met Office issuing several yellow weather warnings for snow and ice in parts of the UK over the coming days. Picture date: Friday December 9, 2022.
    Image:Consett, County Durham, on Friday

    She said: “The Arctic air is across us now, bringing wintry hazards that could last for most of next week, but there will be plenty of sunshine.

    “Like recently, temperatures will widely drop below freezing at night, reaching -4C to -8C under clear skies, and -10C is likely in some prone cold spots.

    “Where there’s snow cover, mainly in Scotland, clear skies could bring lows close to -15C.

    “And it’s staying cold in the day, with temperatures generally 2C to 4C, but freezing in some places.

    “Disruptive freezing fog is looking increasingly likely over the weekend, especially in the south.”

    A woman walks her dog through snow over Castleside Viaduct in Durham. Parts of the UK are being hit by freezing conditions with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issuing a Level 3 cold weather alert covering England until Monday and the Met Office issuing several yellow weather warnings for snow and ice in parts of the UK over the coming days. Picture date: Friday December 9, 2022.
    Image:Castleside Viaduct in Durham on Friday

    A van that has lost control in the snow in Castleside, Durham. Parts of the UK are being hit by freezing conditions with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issuing a Level 3 cold weather alert covering England until Monday and the Met Office issuing several yellow weather warnings for snow and ice in parts of the UK over the coming days. Picture date: Friday December 9, 2022.
    Image:A van in the snow in Castleside, Durham

    The Met Office has extended a yellow weather warning for snow and ice in northern Scotland until 12pm on Sunday.

    It warned some disruption is likely due to icy surfaces in coastal and northern England and parts of Wales and Northern Ireland where yellow warnings for ice have been issued for Friday.

    The icy conditions in coastal England and parts of Northern Ireland and Wales are expected to continue into Saturday.

    The forecaster’s meteorologist Alex Deakin said earlier this week there was a potential for “significant” snow in parts of England and Wales in a predicted weather model for next week, which shows a low pressure system heading towards the UK.

    He added: “The weather patterns don’t shift too much by the time we get to Monday, we’ve still got the cold air in place, cold weather fronts around, some freezing fog and some ice as well.”

  • Storm Claudio will bring strong winds throughout the morning

    Storm Claudio brought blustery weather to Britain overnight, with winds reaching 70 mph in some coastal areas of England.

    The Met Office issued a yellow wind warning in the South, warning of potential disruptions until 8 a.m. this morning.

    England and Wales experienced a showery night with strong winds in the early hours of the morning.

    The storm is expected to move eastwards on Tuesday, resulting in a wet day for much of the UK, with Wales and areas in southern and central England predicted to see the most frequent rainfall, the Met Office added.

    Neil Armstrong, the chief meteorologist, said: “The biggest impacts from Storm Claudio are expected in northern France, which is why is has been named as a system by Meteo-France.

    “What it means for us in the UK is for some high winds to be possible along much of the southern coast of England.

    “Some isolated and especially exposed coastal areas could see gusts in excess of 70mph, while much of the warning area will see gusts of between 50 and 60mph.”

    Forecasters say conditions are unlikely to improve by mid-week as low pressure comes in from the west and is predicted to bring in wet and windy weather.

    Irish Sea coastal areas are likely to feel the strongest winds, including western Wales, northwest England, and southwest Scotland, as well as the east coast of Northern Ireland.

    Steven Keates, Deputy chief meteorologist said: “This weather is associated with low pressure moving towards the northwest of the UK, which is bringing with it some heavy rain on Wednesday, especially across parts of southwest Scotland, Cumbria, and western Wales, although much of the UK will see some rain through the day.

    “In addition to high winds in the warning area, many parts of the UK will experience strong and gusty winds, at least for a time, during Wednesday.”

    Storm Claudio comes after the UK enjoyed above-average temperatures in October, with temperatures reaching the low 20s in some parts of the country resulting in mild conditions for this time of the year.

     

     

     

  • I travelled to Ghana to have fun but ended up doing music – Sista Afia

    Sista Afia, a young female artist from Ghana, revealed that before moving to Ghana to pursue a career in music, she was a registered nurse abroad.

    The singer claimed that prejudice she encountered while working at a hospital caused her distress. She, however, left everything behind when she realized how much she loved music and traveled to Ghana, her native country.

    Sista Afia hinted that the original goal was to come and perform music for pleasure, but that it has since grown into a significant source of income for her during an interview with GhanaWeb’s Paula Amma Broni on Talkertainment.

    Over the course of her career, which has lasted about 7 years, she has produced numerous hit songs, including “Jeje,” “Weather,” “Asouden,” and her most recent single, “Makwe.”

    “A few female artiste have been able to pass through these years. I have been in this game for almost seven years and I have been able to showcase what I can do and I am really happy.

    “I just did it. I just came to Ghana to have fun with music and now it is a business. No doubt that Ghanaians have been very supportive. I can’t deny that. I was a registered nurse in a hospital not for a whole term because I did like few months and then I came. I had so much racism at my workplace, I mean, I was not really excited to work so when I finally made it through my former boss, Aaron in London, he loved my talent and said I needed to record a song. I recorded ‘Krokro No’ and he said I should come to Ghana to shoot the video. When I came and shot the video, the song was actually popping already,” she disclosed on GhanaWeb TV.

    Rating her performance in the industry so far, Sista Afia noted that there is more to do, adding that her upcoming project will highlight a different vibe from her.

    “I felt like I was doing something with my music career…I am not fulfilled yet, I think there is more to me that I can deliver. My next EP will tell you what I mean by now because I feel like the type of songs I wanted to do before, this is the era for it,” she added.

    Watch the video below: