First published Oct 19, 2026, 7:32:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 19, 2026, 7:32:15 AM UTC

Thunderstorms and lightning

Thunderstorm This Afternoon in Sulawesi Tengah

Reported by Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts

Thunderstorms and heavy rain are forecast across five named areas of Central Sulawesi from 13:53 WITA on 19 October 2026, with conditions expected to improve by 16:00 WITA. Reduced visibility, strong winds, and localized flooding are possible.

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Affected location: Central Sulawesi

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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: 6/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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