HEAVY RAINFALL WARNING
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HEAVY RAINFALL WARNING
Expected: Rain/Wet Spell
Orange severity
Language:
en
Category:
Met
Urgency:
Immediate
Severity:
Severe
Certainty:
Likely
Time period
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Issued Sat 14 Mar 2026 11:19
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Effective: Sun 15 Mar 2026 00:00
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Onset: Sun 15 Mar 2026 00:00
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Expires: Tue 17 Mar 2026 23:00
Area
Highest risk over the southern, central, and lakes
Event Description
Heavy rainfall is expected to affect most areas during the forecast period, with the highest risk over the southern, central, and lakeshore regions. These conditions are associated with the presence of a low-pressure system over Malawi. The rainfall may trigger flash flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas and possible damage to weak structures due to occasional strong winds.
Instructions
The public is advised to remain vigilant and take the following precautionary measures:
• Avoid crossing flooded or fast-flowing rivers
• Stay away from low-lying areas that are prone to flooding.
• Do not seek shelter under trees or weak structures during strong winds or thunderstorms.
• Avoid moving in open areas when thunderstorms are occurring in vicinity