Baku Braces for Strong Winds as Yellow and Orange Warnings Issued
Authorities have issued yellow and orange warnings for parts of Azerbaijan from April 11 to 13. The National Hydrometeorological Service informed the Operative Information Center-OMM of the forecast.
Baku braces amid strong winds, and multiple yellow and orange alerts cover the area. A north-westerly wind is expected to affect the capital and many provinces.
Forecast and wind speeds
The yellow warning covers many districts. Winds in those areas are expected between 13.9 and 20.7 m/s.
- Baku and the Absheron Peninsula
- Nakhchivan
- Khizi, Siyazan, Guba, Khachmaz, Shabran
- Ganja, Shamkir, Gazakh, Tovuz, Agstafa
- Gadabay, Aghdam, Kalbajar, Lachin, Zangilan
- Yevlax, Barda, Tartar, Neftchala
- Lerik, Yardimli, Gobustan
Orange warnings
A higher orange alert applies to a smaller set of districts. Forecasters expect wind speeds of 20.8 to 28.4 m/s there.
- Goranboy
- Naftalan
- Dashkasan
- Mingachevir
- Gusar
Risks and public guidance
Officials advise caution and preparedness in affected areas. Residents should secure loose outdoor items and avoid hazardous travel.
Strong gusts may damage power lines, trees, and temporary structures. Stay tuned to official meteorological updates for new information.
Filmogaz.com will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as warnings evolve.
