First published Oct 18, 2026, 7:36:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 18, 2026, 7:36:15 AM UTC

Thunderstorm This Afternoon in Gorontalo

Reported by Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts

Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall were forecast for parts of Gorontalo, especially Popayato Barat, starting 18 October 2026 at 14:45 WITA and easing by 15:45 WITA. The source warned of reduced visibility, strong winds, and localized flooding, and advised the public to remain vigilant and limit outdoor activities.

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Affected location: Popayato Barat

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The forecast included potential localized flooding and safety advice for people in the affected area.

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Confidence: 6/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 2/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 3/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Urgency: 8/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts Thunderstorm This Afternoon in GorontaloBMKG — Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics

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