Heat stress warning over southern Nigeria.

Date issued: 2025-02-19T20:32:13+01:00

Urgency: Immediate

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Observed

Starts on: 2025-02-20T00:00:00+01:00

Ends on: 2025-02-20T23:59:00+01:00


Description:
Heat stress is observed over the southern states, including parts of Niger, Kogi, Nasarawa, Benue, Ebonyi, Akwa-Ibom, Osun, Oyo, Ogun, Delta, Anambra, Bayelsa, Imo, and Port Harcourt states.


Instruction:
Necessary precautions about heat stress risks and preventive measures are essential; Reduce strenuous physical activity during peak heat hours, between 12:00 noon and 4:00 pm); Drink lots of water; As much as possible, find air-conditioned places to cool off; and wear light, breathable clothing to reduce the effect of high temperatures.