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West African heatwave events
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2026-11-06 16:11 UTC → 2026-11-09 13:49 UTC ·
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In October 2026, Malawi issued a heatwave warning for the period of October 18 to 23, driven by a warm easterly air mass. Temperatures in the Southern Region were forecast to reach 42 degrees Celsius, affecting multiple districts including Nsanje, Blantyre, and Zomba. Public health experts noted risks for outdoor workers and highlighted a lack of public drinking water in urban areas. By November 2026, extreme heat conditions spread across West Africa. In Guinea, the National Meteorological Agency issued an orange-red alert for abnormally high daytime and nighttime temperatures, predicting these conditions could persist until at least November 18. In Senegal, authorities warned of temperatures reaching up to 43 degrees Celsius in Tambacounda, accompanied by suspended dust particles in the atmosphere. By November 8, the heatwave in Senegal intensified due to dry, warm continental winds blowing from the north to the north-east. The national weather agency, ANACIM, forecasted temperatures of 42 degrees Celsius in northern regions such as Saint-Louis, Louga, and Podor, while Linguère was projected to reach 40 degrees Celsius. Other areas, including Thiès, Diourbel, Matam, and Bakel, were expected to see highs between 41 and 42 degrees Celsius. ANACIM advised citizens to drink water regularly and limit sun exposure, noting that high temperatures in the interior were expected to persist until November 16.
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