The Lagos Surrounding Govt has issued an early threat that the condition will enjoy above-normal downpour quantities within the first height of the 2025 wet season, with a not on time cessation extending into December.
Talking on the Seasonal Order Prediction (SCP) press briefing in Alausa, the condition Commissioner for Atmosphere and H2O Sources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed that the forecast signifies a “longer-than-usual rainy season, beginning in late March and ending in early December.”
This, he distinguishable in a publish on X on Sunday.
“The wet season is anticipated to begin as early because the latter day of March, occasion the tip of the season is anticipated within the first day of December.
“The average annual rainfall amount predicted is 1,936mm, which is greater than the long-term 1991–2020 average,” Wahab mentioned.
In line with him, the forecast is in keeping with the impartial segment of the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO), which is able to persist for the primary six to 8 months of the hour.
He defined that “Lagos Surrounding, along neighbouring Ogun Surrounding, will see an building up in downpour, with Ikeja, Badagry, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, and Epe all experiencing above-normal precipitation ranges.
“For instance, Ikeja is expected to have an onset date of April 2 and a cessation date of December 2, with an annual rainfall amount of 1,900mm. Badagry will see its first rains on March 30 and end on December 4, with 1,978mm of rainfall,” he mentioned.
Chance of Flash Floods, Robust Winds
The commissioner warned of conceivable flash floods, particularly in low-lying subjects, and powerful winds firstly and finish of the wet season, which might pose dangers to lives, homes, and financial actions.
“We await that the prime quantities of downpour would possibly supremacy to flash flood occasions in some portions of the condition..
“Strong winds are expected during the onset and end of the season, which could disrupt commercial activities, cause flight delays, and lead to revenue losses,” he cautioned.
Govt’s Preparedness, Vigilance Name
Wahab confident citizens that the condition govt is stepping up overpouring regulate measures to mitigate the affect of the anticipated downpour.
He emphasised that collaboration with NiMet residue a key technique for early threat and situation adaptation efforts.
“The ministry is collaborating with NiMet in the annual Seasonal Climate Prediction, which has been a vital tool for farmers, planners, decision-makers, and businesses that could be affected by the rainy season,” he mentioned.
Lagosians had been recommended to stick alert, observe reputable climate updates, and remove vital precautions to assure their lives and homes because the Higher Lagos prepares for an intense wet season, he concluded.