Central Province Meteorological Officer, Chongo Tembo, says Zambia is currently being affected by a weather condition known as La Niña, which is causing significant temperature variations across the region.
Mr Tembo notes that the province and the country at large is grappling with unusual weather patterns linked to the ongoing La Niña phase marked by unexpectedly cold mornings and hot evenings.
Speaking in an interview with ZANIS in Kabwe , Mr Tembo explained that this climatic condition arises from cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures in the Central Pacific that disrupt weather patterns both globally and regionally.
“Currently and particularly in Kabwe, the mornings are colder than usual, and the evenings are unusually warm, which is a direct impact of the La Niña phase,” Mr Tembo stated.
He disclosed that in line with the consistent national weather updates, the Zambia Meteorological Department has issued alerts for strong winds and isolated rainfall that are likely to affect the agricultural and fishing sectors nationwide.
“We’ve had some rains in provinces such as Eastern, Western, North Western, and Muchinga among others although we have not yet recorded any rains in Central Province. Residents in various districts, especially farmers and fishers, should be prepared for sudden weather changes that could affect crop production and the safety of water bodies,” he warned.
Mr Tembo has emphasised the importance of community awareness saying staying informed through reliable sources and adhering to advisories is crucial for mitigating the adverse effects of these weather patterns.
He noted that while the expected weather conditions may pose challenges, they also present opportunities for preparedness and that understanding and adapting to these changes is vital for minimising disruptions to daily life and economic activities.
Mr Tembo stressed that his department is collaborating closely with the Department of Agriculture as well as engaging local communities in ensuring readiness for the La Niña induced weather conditions.
He has also urged residents to keep abreast of weather updates and advisories in order to respond appropriately to the changing conditions to safeguard their livelihoods and well-being.
We need to invest in state-of-the-art weather monitoring equipment as a necessary strategic planning tool.
Another drought is coming. This one will be more devastating than the current one.Zambians must brace for the worst.!! Mark my words. !!!
Just fire the all weather forecast team including the minister of environment. In this day of morden science they cannot predict the weather parttens. Its the very reason that we are in this situation.
“OCTOBER 18TH THE DAY OF PRAYERS NI WENYE MUNGONI, NI BOZA , BUFI, FYABUPA”…….. and you expect rains to come?
Relax people. La Niña causes high rainfall, the opposite of El Niño which causes drought. Therefore, if correct then this is good news.
@Blue Love: the correct spelling is “just fire the whole weather forecast team..”, not “just fire the all weather forecast team…”. I guest Bemba mother tongue affected your spelling.
Thanks for the alert but give more details for farmers and other stakeholders and what does this mean when another report mentioned of heavy fans beyond normal please guide and investment in technology must be a priority
Ok so lets just sit on the fence and start complaining and crying about the weather pattern because thats what we’re good at….but how come countries with much terrible unpredictable weather patterns are fine….but for us its weather this…..weather that….drought this….drought that
When wicked pipo ascends the throne even nature begins to die!!!! Nature is dying b/coz sons of wickedness on the throne across the globe. So Kainde and his goons are doomed!!!!! Whatever they speak & touch will NEVER prosper, their gods are too small for Jehovah God.
@UFIMBENUMA….We had a severe drought just after FTJ and MMD came to power. Is there an analogy here?
Our meteorological department needs to give us accurate information about la nina and
Exact rainfall pattern we expect this coming
Season.As we are already struggling with power and water problems.
LELO LELO tu upnd, you thought it was easy to run a nation, muzalila simunalile yet. You do not run a nation like you are running your own ingombe ilde business!!!!!!! Akaso someone said that just go to their party headquarters, look at their own cadres.. poverty is their portion and you will know that they are stingy freaks!!!!
RUNNING A NATION KWATI KANTEMBA. kikikikikiki
Mostly, the bad weather pattern in Zambia started in 1982 when a nuclear bomb was detonated in the Southern hemisphere and it was against America’s wishes. The player is very active and always helping Zambia and other Southern African countries. Please note that it was NOT America who has the entire Pacific Ocean which was allowed to this new play, he defied the American advice.
They have started preparing your minds you silly Zambians for another 48hrs of loadshedding. God bless Hakainde Hichilema for going to America to sort out our power issue on the day of prayer.
And they pick the correct time to start their Politcal nonsensical fights….just when Zambians are fighting hunger and loadsheding…POLITICIANS WANT TO START FIGHTING FOR POWER….SHAME ON ALL POLITICIANS
International weather monitors report that Zambia is likely to receive rain above average. Now, who is fake fake weather monitor who wants to discourage farmers. Is he part of plan B of ECL? Elnlno is associated with heavy rainfall and…
Good Rains Bad Rains
I wish for a new president
Saying that Zambia’s weather is being affected by La nina or El nino is the same as saying that Zambia’s weather is being affected by convection currents or by clouds. El nino and La nina have existed for thousands or millions of years. Human beings found them but only discovered them after a long time. Give no excuses. Let us just prepare for these PREDICTABLE cycles of the weather. It is called life.