The National Weather Service is warning everyone about widespread thunderstorms and heavy rain. The Meteorological Services Department says abundant moisture is driving unstable conditions across much of the country. Significant rainfall was already recorded in several areas, with Mutasa getting sixty-six millimeters and Esigodini receiving fifty-five. Other notable totals included Binga, Gokwe, Chivi, Kadoma, Nyamweda, and Zvishavane.
The forecast calls for more storms, with heavy rainfall likely on Monday in places like Bulawayo, Matabeleland South, Midlands, Masvingo, Manicaland, and Mashonaland East. Moderate continuous rain is expected overnight. Tuesday should see scattered thunderstorms continue, with heavy downpours possible in Manicaland, Mashonaland West, and the Midlands. The weather service is advising the public to take precautions. They urge people not to attempt crossing flooded rivers and to find safe shelter during lightning strikes.
The forecast calls for more storms, with heavy rainfall likely on Monday in places like Bulawayo, Matabeleland South, Midlands, Masvingo, Manicaland, and Mashonaland East. Moderate continuous rain is expected overnight. Tuesday should see scattered thunderstorms continue, with heavy downpours possible in Manicaland, Mashonaland West, and the Midlands. The weather service is advising the public to take precautions. They urge people not to attempt crossing flooded rivers and to find safe shelter during lightning strikes.