The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted a dust haze across the country from Wednesday to Friday this week. The agency’s weather outlook, released on Tuesday in Abuja, indicates moderate dust haze with visibility ranging from 2 km to 5 km in the northern region on Wednesday.
NiMet further warned that localised visibility of 1 km or less is expected throughout the forecast period. The North Central and inland areas of the South are also anticipated to experience moderate dust haze, with visibility ranging between 2 km and 5 km, alongside areas of reduced visibility.
In addition, the agency forecasted early morning fog or mist over the coastal regions, transitioning to moderate dust haze with visibility of 2 km to 5 km during the afternoon.
On Thursday, the northern region is expected to continue experiencing moderate dust haze, with similar visibility conditions. The North Central and inland Southern areas will also see moderate dust haze, while a hazy atmosphere will persist over the coastal regions.
By Friday, dust haze is expected to cover the northern region throughout the day, with the same moderate haze conditions continuing in the North Central and inland South. Coastal parts will remain hazy.
NiMet has urged the public to take necessary precautions, especially individuals with respiratory conditions like asthma, due to the suspension of dust particles in the air. Airline operators have been advised to consult airport-specific weather reports from NiMet for better flight planning.
