Weather Alert – Tropical Storm Jasmine

Location:  Northern Mozambique

Event:  Tropical Storm Jasmine continues to move toward the western coast of Madagascar.  Current reports suggest the storm could intensify and become a Tropical Cyclone in the next few hours.  Mozambican authorities issued a “yellow alert” regarding extremely strong winds and intense rainfall accompanied by severe thunderstorms resulting from Tropical Storm Jasmine in the province of Nampula.

Actions to Take:

  • Reconsider travel to the province of Nampula until the storm has dissipated.
  • Monitor the local news for updates.
  • Seek secure shelter.
  • Follow directions from local officials and take other appropriate actions as needed.
  • Visit the Joint Typhoon Warning Center and Tropical Storm Risk for updated storm tracking information.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Maputo

(+258) 84-095-8000

mz.usembassy.gov

ConsularMaputo@state.gov

State Department – Consular Affairs

888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444

Mozambique Specific Information

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