Occurred Nov 7, 2026, 9:20:00 PM UTC

First published Nov 8, 2026, 12:26:15 AM UTC · Last updated Nov 8, 2026, 12:26:15 AM UTC

Thunderstorms and lightning

Thunderstorm Tonight in Sumatera Utara

Reported by Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts

Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are forecast from 04:50 to 07:50 WIB on 08 November 2026 in parts of Sumatera Utara. Reduced visibility, strong winds, and localized flooding are possible, and the public is advised to remain vigilant and take precautions.

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Affected location: Sumatera Utara

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The forecast identifies possible localized flooding, reduced visibility, and strong winds across the affected areas.

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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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