Africa-Press – Namibia. THUNDERSHOWERS are expected in most regions of the country this weekend, with a risk of flooding in some areas.
According to the Namibia Meteorological Services, thunderstorms are likely to develop in the northern, central and southern regions, potentially resulting in flooding. Saturday’s rainfall is expected to be quite widespread, primarily affecting the central-northern areas, as well as the Zambezi, Kavango East, Kavango West, Otjozondjupa and Omaheke regions.
The public is advised to exercise caution, particularly communities residing near rivers, as water levels have risen steadily over the past week. The Hydrological Services of Namibia reported that the Zambezi River measured 2.16 metres (m) on Thursday, up from 1.82 m recorded the previous Thursday. Similarly, the Kavango River rose from 5.35 m to 6.06 m over the same period.
Several places have already experienced notable showers this week, although these were not as intense as predicted. Windhoek is among the areas that recorded rainfall, with parts of the capital such as Pioneers Park receiving about 19 mm on Thursday, while areas including Klein Windhoek recorded 22.5 mm on the same day.
Various other areas across the country also reported significant rainfall. Otjiwarongo, in the Otjozondjupa Region, was among the most affected, recording 42 mm between Thursday and Friday morning. Northern parts of the country also experienced notable showers, including Ondangwa, which recorded about 22 mm of rain over the same period.
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