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Thunderstorms and lightning

Thunderstorm This Morning in Sumatera Barat

Reported by Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts

Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall were forecast for parts of Sumatera Barat from 05:05 to 07:00 WIB on 20 October 2026. The source names several affected districts and warns of possible reduced visibility, strong winds, and localized flooding.

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  • Affected location: Sumatera Barat
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Why it matters

The forecast covers multiple districts and advises the public to take precautions during the stated period.

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Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence
7/10
Geographic reach
3/10
Global importance
2/10
Impact magnitude
3/10
Urgency
8/10

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