The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMET) has issued a weather forecast revealing expectations of a mild dust haze in the northern region of Nigeria on Sunday.
NiMet’s report, released in Abuja, highlighted that there will be a prevalence of slight dust haze in the northern parts of the country, with improvements in how far one can see.
According to the report, “Dust Haze is still the prevailing weather across the country although we expect gradual improvements in horizontal visibilities as slight dust haze is expected over the northern region of the country throughout Sunday.”
Quest Times also learned that as dust haze continues to affect visibility across the nation, NiMet foresees improvements in specific regions.
The northern region, in particular, is expected to have slight dust haze on Sunday, potentially impacting how far one can see.
Moving from the North Central to the southern areas, moderate dust haze is also expected, with horizontal visibility ranging from 2000 to 5000 metres.
“The North Central down to the southern parts of the country are expected to experience moderate dust haze with horizontal visibility of 2000 to 5000 metres,” the report stated.
Given these weather conditions, NiMet has advised individuals to take precautions to minimize the effects of dust haze on outdoor activities and travel. This includes using protective gear like face masks and goggles to reduce exposure to airborne particles and protect respiratory health.
Furthermore, individuals with respiratory conditions are urged to limit outdoor exposure during this period and seek appropriate medical advice if experiencing any adverse health effects related to the dust haze.