The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted dust haze from Thursday, December 26, to Saturday, December 28, 2024, across the country.
NiMet’s weather outlook released on Wednesday, December 25, in Abuja envisaged slight dust haze on Thursday in good visibility throughout the forecast period in the northern region.
According to NiMet, the North central states are expected to experience slight dust haze in good visibility throughout the forecast period.
It anticipated moderate dust haze with visibility range of 2km to 5km throughout the forecast period in the southern parts of the country.
The agency predicted early morning fog or mist over the coastal areas.
“For Thursday, slight dust haze is expected throughout the forecast period in the northern region.
The North central region should be in slight dust haze throughout the forecast period.
“In the South, moderate dust haze with visibility range of 2km to 5km is expected throughout the forecast period,” it said.
The agency predicted moderate dust haze in the northern region on Friday with visibility range of 2km to 5km throughout the forecast period.
According to NiMet, the North Central should be in moderate dust haze with visibility range of 2km to 5km during the forecast period.
It envisaged early morning fog or mist over the coastal areas of the country while slight dust haze in patches of clouds is expected over the region during the afternoon and evening periods.
“Dust particles are in suspension, public should take necessary precaution.
“People with asthmatic health condition and other respiratory issues should be cautious of the present weather condition.
“Adhere to safety advisories issued by relevant authorities,” it said.
The body advised airline operators to get airport-specific weather reports (flight documentation) from it for effective planning in their operations.
“Residents are advised to stay informed through weather updates from NiMet,” it said.
By Gabriel Agbeja
