First published Oct 28, 2026, 2:59:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 28, 2026, 2:59:15 PM UTC

Thunderstorms and lightning

Thunderstorm Tonight in Sumatera Utara

Reported by Indonesia BMKG Weather Alerts

A forecast calls for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall beginning at 21:05 WIB on 28 October 2026 in parts of Sumatera Utara, listing numerous localities.

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Affected location: Sumatera Utara

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The forecast identifies a near-term thunderstorm and heavy-rain event across numerous localities in the province.

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Confidence: 7/10How 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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