Weather Alert: Powerful Depression Expected in Tunisia
Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Tunisia is expecting a powerful depression with significant rainfall and hail on Friday, particularly in western and border regions.
- An expert has warned of the need for vigilance due to the rapid evolution of the weather situation.
- The country is experiencing a period of strong meteorological variations typical of spring, with thunderstorms affecting various governorates.
Tunisia is bracing for a potent weather system as an expert warns of an intense depression expected to hit the country on Friday. Meteorologist Amer Bahba has issued a call for heightened vigilance, advising citizens to closely monitor weather bulletins as the situation evolves rapidly. The forecast indicates substantial rainfall and hail, with the western and border regions, from Kef to Tozeur, likely to bear the brunt of the storm.
This anticipated depression arrives during a period of volatile spring weather, characterized by significant meteorological variations. Several governorates, particularly in the center-west and northwest like Kasserine, Siliana, and Kef, have already experienced considerable atmospheric disturbances, including thunderstorms and heavy showers. These storm cells are now moving towards Beja and Jendouba, promising more rain and electrical activity.
A depression more active and more intense is expected Friday on Tunisia, with significant quantities of rain and hail...
While the eastern and coastal areas, including Bizerte and Greater Tunis, may see some residual effects, the intensity is expected to be lower. The expert anticipates a gradual weakening of the storm activity by late evening on Friday. Despite the potential for localized rain on Thursday afternoon, the overall phenomena are considered typical of spring convective rains, known for their swift and sometimes unpredictable nature. The public is urged to stay informed and prepared for these conditions.
We must be vigilant and regularly follow the weather bulletins given the rapid evolution of the situation.
Originally published by La Presse in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.