Global Weather Hazards Summary: March 16 - 22, 2018
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Drought continues in Southern Africa, while parts of Madagascar and Kenya are on flood watch
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Due to poor rainfall since November western Namibia is in a severe drought. Conditions may worsen as limited rain is forecast next week.
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In southwestern Madagascar, an uneven and inadequate rainfall distribution since the start of the rainfall season has resulted in severe drought. Drought conditions are likely to persist.
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In northwestern Angola, little to no rainfall is forecast next week, which could increase moisture deficits and worsen conditions on the ground.
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There is a high potential for Tropical cyclone formation over the south Indian basin, which could bring torrential rain and strong winds and result in flooding over northeastern Madagascar during the next week.
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Copious amounts of rain are forecast over southern and central Kenya during the next week, increasing risks for flash flooding in Nairobi.