RAIN Evenly in Batam, BMKG Issues Early Weather Warning, Beware of Lightning Rain

TRIBUNBATAM.id - Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) Class I Hang Nadim Meteorology Station issued an early weather warning in Riau Islands region, Monday (9/12/2019).

Head of BMKG Data and Information Class I Meteorology Station Hang Nadim, Suratman said, the intensity of rainfall in Batam occurred almost completely.

It is said, today there is the potential for rain with heavy intensity that can be accompanied by lightning and strong winds at 06.10 WIB in the Districts of Nonggsa, Sei Beduk, Batam City, Bengkong, Batu Ampar, Lubuk Baja, Sagulung, North Bintan, Sebong Bay, Gunung Kijang , Bintan Pesisir, Midai, Serasan, Subi, East Serasan and surrounding areas.

And can extend to Districts of Sekupang, Batu Aji, Galang, Bulang, Rear Padang, Sri kuala Lobam, Bintan Bay, Taopaya, Tanjungpinang City, Mantang, Pulau Tiga, South Bunguran, West Bunguran, Eastern Bunguran, Central Bunguran and the surrounding areas.

This condition is predicted to continue from 06.00 WIB to 08.00 WIB.

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Based on BMKG analysis predictions, Batam will in the rain until 17.00 WIB.

"Our region is entering the north wind into the Northeast with wind speeds of up to 20 knots and wave heights of 0.5 to 1.25 meters," he explained.

Suratman also appealed for road users to remain cautious when passing.

"For fishermen and ship activities in the sea, so that they can pay attention to weather conditions before conducting shipping activities. Don't forget to wear life jackets for safety," he urged. (TribunBatam.id/Beres Lumbantobing)

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