Weather

24
Jan 2022
9:55 UTC

Mozambique Tactical (UPDATE): Cyclone ‘Ana’ to impact six provinces from January 24-27; maintain heightened vigilance

Please be advised

  • Mozambique’s National Institute of Meteorology (INAM) issued a notice indicating that the “Ana” entered the country’s coast through Nampula Province on January 24, and is expected to last until January 27.
  • Wind speeds between 90 and 120 kmph are anticipated. Heavy rains are expected to reach 300 mm across the provinces of Nampula, Zambezia, Niassa, and Sofala on January 24-25. 
  • The provinces of Tete, Sofala, and Manica are expected to be affected with rains between 100-200 mm on January 26-27.
  • Reports citing National Emergency Operative Center (CENOE) officials indicate that over 500,000 people may be possibly affected by the storm.

Recommendations

  1. Those operating or residing in affected areas of Mozambique between January 24-27 and over the coming days are advised to take necessary precautions and remain cognizant of local updates regarding the inclement weather conditions.
  2. Allot for disruptions to traffic and public utilities, and reconfirm all flight and overland travel itineraries. 
  3. Remain cognizant of the risks associated with outdoor travel. These include tree collapses onto roads and railway tracks, as well as electrocution caused by open circuits. Do not walk or drive through floodwaters.
  4. In case of flood warnings, immediately evacuate to higher ground. Once higher ground has been reached, do not attempt to evacuate the wider region alone and seek professional assistance with evacuations.
  5. Avoid contact with floodwater, including through bathing and drinking. Ensure adequate supply of bottled water; boil water before consumption as a last resort.
  6. Confirm that places of stay have working generators in case of power outages while packing sufficient batteries and flashlights.
  7. Charge essential electronic devices such as cellular phones, laptops, and tablet computers ahead of the planned power outage, and initiate energy-saving functions on these devices as needed. Disconnect all surge-prone devices such as computers, televisions, and appliances to prevent potential damage.
COUNTRY RISK LEVEL Medium
AFFECTED AREA Nampula Province, Zambezia Province, Niassa Province, Sofala Province, Tete Province, Manica Province, Mozambique
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL Medium
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Confirmed

Please be advised

  • Mozambique’s National Institute of Meteorology (INAM) issued a notice indicating that the “Ana” entered the country’s coast through Nampula Province on January 24, and is expected to last until January 27.
  • Wind speeds between 90 and 120 kmph are anticipated. Heavy rains are expected to reach 300 mm across the provinces of Nampula, Zambezia, Niassa, and Sofala on January 24-25. 
  • The provinces of Tete, Sofala, and Manica are expected to be affected with rains between 100-200 mm on January 26-27.
  • Reports citing National Emergency Operative Center (CENOE) officials indicate that over 500,000 people may be possibly affected by the storm.

Recommendations

  1. Those operating or residing in affected areas of Mozambique between January 24-27 and over the coming days are advised to take necessary precautions and remain cognizant of local updates regarding the inclement weather conditions.
  2. Allot for disruptions to traffic and public utilities, and reconfirm all flight and overland travel itineraries. 
  3. Remain cognizant of the risks associated with outdoor travel. These include tree collapses onto roads and railway tracks, as well as electrocution caused by open circuits. Do not walk or drive through floodwaters.
  4. In case of flood warnings, immediately evacuate to higher ground. Once higher ground has been reached, do not attempt to evacuate the wider region alone and seek professional assistance with evacuations.
  5. Avoid contact with floodwater, including through bathing and drinking. Ensure adequate supply of bottled water; boil water before consumption as a last resort.
  6. Confirm that places of stay have working generators in case of power outages while packing sufficient batteries and flashlights.
  7. Charge essential electronic devices such as cellular phones, laptops, and tablet computers ahead of the planned power outage, and initiate energy-saving functions on these devices as needed. Disconnect all surge-prone devices such as computers, televisions, and appliances to prevent potential damage.
COUNTRY RISK LEVEL Medium
AFFECTED AREA Nampula Province, Zambezia Province, Niassa Province, Sofala Province, Tete Province, Manica Province, Mozambique
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL Medium
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Confirmed