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Severe weather alerts and impacts across Senegal
Senegal faces multiple severe weather alerts, with heavy rains and storms disrupting logistics and public services across various regions.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 2 November 2026.
The story so far as of 2 November 2026
On September 22, ANACIM issued a severe weather alert for heavy rains and strong winds from September 24 to 26. The alert was downgraded to orange on September 24. Heavy rainfall was predicted for September 25, affecting Dakar and 11 other regions. On September 27, ANACIM warned of storms affecting Dakar. On October 8, further disruptions were expected due to atmospheric instability. ANACIM forecasted heavy rains and storms from October 10 to 12. A weather alert for rain and thunderstorms was issued on October 31. Heavy rains hit Mbour on November 2, prompting additional alerts.
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Coverage, day by day
- Safety & health
Heavy Rains Hit Mbour, Weather Alert Issued
Impact Transport operators and farmers face potential disruptions due to adverse weather conditions.
Sources: PressAfrik ↗, leral.net ↗
- Safety & health
ANACIM Issues Weather Alert for Rain and Storms
Impact Agricultural operations and logistics in affected regions may face delays due to the weather conditions.
Sources: Senenews ↗, Senego ↗
- Safety & health
ANACIM warns of heavy rains and storms from 10-12 October
Impact Logistics and public services in Senegal may face disruptions due to expected heavy rains.
Sources: Senenews ↗, Senego ↗
- Disruption
Weather disruptions expected across Senegal
Impact Agricultural operations and logistics are likely to face delays due to adverse weather conditions.
Sources: PressAfrik ↗
- Disruption
ANACIM warns of storms affecting Dakar and regions
Impact Logistics and public-sector operations face delays due to storms.
Sources: Seneweb ↗
- Safety & health
Heavy Rainfall Alert Issued for Dakar and Regions
Impact Logistics and public-sector operations in Dakar and other regions face potential disruptions due to heavy rainfall.
Sources: Senenews ↗
- Safety & health
Weather alert downgraded to orange for Dakar
Impact Transport and logistics operators in Dakar and affected regions must prepare for potential delays due to heavy rains.
Sources: le Soleil ↗, Senego ↗
- Safety & health
ANACIM issues severe weather alert for Senegal
Impact Logistics and public-sector operations face disruptions due to expected severe weather conditions.
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