"Mindful Of These Strong Winds; Remain Indoors...," Met Department Warns Of Thunderstom

The Meteorological Services (MET) Department has advised members of the public to be extra vigilant as isolated thunderstorms are expected particularly in Matebeleland and, Midlands Masvingo Provinces whilst isolated thunderstorms also remained a possibility elsewhere.

In a statement, the department said that thunderstorms were a possibility due to moisture-associated with a cloud band hovering over Western Zambia into Botswana which is expected to spread eastward across the country. The statement further reads:

Mindful of these strong winds; remain indoors when roof tops have been blown off and hide under desks or tables.

It has been proven that thatched huts are more resistant to wind than metal or tile-roofed houses. Do not hide under isolated trees during storm activity.

The department also advised residents in malaria-prone areas to guard themselves against mosquitos saying that hot temperatures during the rainy season provided the most conducive environment for mosquito breeding.

A number of people lost lives and properties whilst some infrastructures were left uninhabitable due to thunderstorms which swept across the country over the past few weeks.

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