News Desk Report
Takoradi, Ghana – The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has kicked off Meteorological Awareness Month 2026 with a series of engagements in Takoradi, aimed at promoting the importance of weather and climate information in national development.
The GMet team began the activities with a visit to the Takoradi Air Force Base, where they met with the Military High Command and officers of the Ghana Air Force. The team emphasized the critical role of meteorological information in flight operations and military planning.
“The Ghana Climate Atlas is a game-changer for aviation safety and national planning,” said Dr. Ignatius Kweku Williams, Deputy Director-General in charge of Operations at GMet.
“Accurate climate information is no longer just about predicting rain or shine. It is about planning for the future, managing risks, and ensuring that our national security and infrastructure can withstand the impacts of climate change.”
The GMet team also paid a courtesy call on the Western Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Nelson, who expressed his appreciation for the initiative and encouraged the Agency to intensify public education on weather and climate information.
“We need to take climate and weather education to the grassroots,” Hon. Nelson said. “The public needs to understand how weather and climate information affects their daily lives and livelihoods.”
The GMet team also engaged traders and the general public at the Takoradi Market Circle, educating them on the 2026 seasonal forecasts for southern Ghana, flood risks, and safety measures during extreme weather events.
The outreach activities are part of GMet’s efforts to ensure that weather and climate information reaches ordinary citizens, particularly those whose livelihoods depend heavily on weather conditions.
Source: www.climatewatchonline.com
