First published Oct 21, 2026, 4:58:17 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 21, 2026, 4:58:17 AM UTC

Thunderstorms and lightning

Thunderstorm This Afternoon in Kep. Riau

Reported by Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts

Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are forecast in parts of Kep. Riau, especially Tambelan, from 11:33 to 13:40 WIB on 21 October 2026. The source advises vigilance and precautions; it does not report that flooding or other impacts have occurred.

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Affected location: Tambelan, Kepulauan Riau

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The forecast calls for precautions during a near-term period of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall.

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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: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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