The Nigerian Meteorological Management Agency, said 12 Northern States would be enveloped in dust haze that would reduce visibilities and disrupt flight operations.
The agency listed the affected cities to include Maiduguri, Nguru, Potiskum, Dutse. Gombe, Yola, Bauchi, Katsina, Kaduna, Zaria, Kano and Sokoto.
It said thick dust haze with horizontal visibility values of less than 1000m are expected over cities in the coming days.
“Thick dust haze with horizontal visibility values of less than 1000m are expected over Maiduguri, Nguru, Potiskum, Dutse. Gombe, Yola, Bauchi, Katsina, Kaduna, Zaria, Kano and Sokoto.
“Flight operations may be disrupted and airline operators are advised to pick up their flight folders and adhere to regulations, especially at aerodromes in the Northern parts of the country.
“Road users should exert caution while driving along areas with poor visibility during this period. People with respiratory problems should take caution” it noted.
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