First published Oct 23, 2026, 6:35:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 23, 2026, 8:21:16 AM UTC

Thunderstorms and lightning

Thunderstorm This Afternoon in Sumatera Barat

Reported by Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts, Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts

Thunderstorms and heavy rain are forecast in parts of West Sumatra from 14:00 to 16:00 WIB on 23 October 2026. The forecast notes possible reduced visibility, strong winds, and localized flooding.

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Affected location: Sumatera Barat

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People in the affected areas are advised to limit outdoor activities and take precautions during the forecast period.

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Oct 23, 2026, 6:50 AM UTC
Thunderstorms and heavy rain are forecast in parts of West Sumatra from 14:00 to 16:00 WIB on 23 October 2026. The forecast notes possible reduced visibility, strong winds, and localized flooding.
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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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Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts Thunderstorm This Afternoon in Sumatera BaratBMKG — Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics
Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts Thunderstorm This Afternoon in Sumatera BaratBMKG — Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics

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