The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet has alerted the public of the possible commencement of the dry season otherwise called the harmattan season in most parts of the north.
This follows weather report of observed movement of dust plumes from the source region of Niger and Chad where dust haze and haziness, in relatively low
visibility values are expected into the county within the next 24 hours.
In a statement, issued by NiMet GeneralManager, Public Relations Muntari Ibrahim yesterday indicates that in the next 24 hours, there will be dust haze in moderate horizontal visibility of 2000m – 5000m over Maiduguri, Yobe, Katsina, Kano, Kaduna, Gombe, Bauchi and Jigawa States, while other northern states including North-central could report sunny and haxy visibility of 5–7km.
According to him, it is expected that this weather condition will persist for the next 3 days and observed gradual increase of the Day-Time Temperature.
As the dry season begins, NiMet advises stakeholders and the general public that places where visibility is impaired by Dust Haze, motorists should drive cautiously.
While people with respiratory issues are to apply necessary caution, especially for out-door activities.
Airline operators are also advised to get updated weather reports from NiMet offices for effective planning of their operations, stressing that with the warmer temperatures, there are higher chances of clear air turbulence.
