Environmental
Southern Togo braces for heavy rains and flood risk
Climate outlook warnings indicate above‑average rainfall in southern coastal areas of Togo between March and May 2026, raising flood risks in urban zones.
Regional climate projections presented at the PRESAGG 2026 forum in Lomé indicate that southern Togo could experience above‑average rainfall between March and May 2026, heightening the risk of floods in densely populated coastal cities. Experts attribute the outlook to elevated sea surface temperatures in the Gulf of Guinea that have altered wind and rainfall patterns, and note that inadequate drainage infrastructures in urban areas may exacerbate the impact of heavy rains. The forecast follows a period of climate disruptions in late 2025 and early 2026, including unseasonal rainfall and rising temperatures, which have already affected agriculture and livelihoods. Authorities are enhancing disaster‑preparedness coordination and early‑warning systems to mitigate risks to people and infrastructure.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Southern Togo, Gulf of Guinea coastal areas
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 05:57 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26 05:57 UTC
- Source
- Togo First
- Connected threats
- Not provided