CAP Alert · Actual

WINDY WEATHER CONDITIONS TO AFFECT MOST PARTS OF ZAMBIA

Ongoing: Wind
Moderate severity
Urgency Future
Severity Moderate
Certainty Likely
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 23 Jul 2026 17:09
  • Effective 23 Jul 2026 17:30
  • Onset 24 Jul 2026 12:00
  • Expires 03 Aug 2026 23:00
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WINDY WEATHER CONDITIONS TO AFFECT MOST PARTS OF ZAMBIA

Area

Southern , Lusaka , Eastern , Muchinga , Central

Event description

A strong high pressure system over the southeast coast of South Africa will induce a cool and moist airflow in most parts of Zambia. This will result in an increase in windy weather conditions and a reduction in temperature, Additionally, cloudy weather conditions are expected in some parts of Muchinga, Eastern, Lusaka, Central and Southern Provinces.

Instructions

Users of water transport are advised to suspend operations or exercise extreme precaution on water bodies, while the general public is advised to keep warm especially for vulnerable groups and individuals with respiratory conditions. Avoid open areas due to dusty conditions that may enhance respiratory diseases such as flu. Farmers to protect sensitive crops and secure loose structures and farming equipment to minimize potential damage from strong winds and lower temperature.