By Sabri Dibaco
The South Sudan Meteorological Service (SSMS) has urged agriculture, transport, health and disaster management authorities to strengthen preparedness measures in response to the latest weekly weather forecast covering October 21–28, 2026.
In its sectoral preparedness message, SSMS called on relevant institutions and communities to use rainfall forecasts to guide planning, reduce potential risks and protect livelihoods across the country.
The meteorological service advised the agriculture and livestock sector to use the rainfall outlook to plan farming activities, crop management, livestock movement, pasture monitoring and water-resource management.
It warned that areas expected to receive higher rainfall should monitor soil moisture and drainage conditions, while communities in areas forecast to receive less rainfall should plan carefully for water availability.
The service also called on transport and infrastructure authorities to monitor rainfall forecasts, particularly in areas expecting moderate to heavy rainfall, because of potential effects on roads, bridges and other exposed infrastructure.
It urged road users and infrastructure managers to exercise caution on vulnerable roads and in locations prone to waterlogging and localised flooding.
In the health sector, SSMS recommended stronger public health communication and closer monitoring of vulnerable populations for rainfall-related health risks, particularly in areas susceptible to flooding, stagnant water and waterborne diseases.
The service further urged disaster risk management authorities and emergency responders to maintain readiness for localised flooding and other rainfall-related hazards, especially in areas forecast to receive higher rainfall.
It emphasised the importance of monitoring updated weather forecasts, improving the dissemination of early warnings and supporting timely preparedness and anticipatory actions in vulnerable communities.
SSMS said timely and reliable weather information remains essential for helping institutions and communities make informed decisions, reduce disaster risks and protect lives and livelihoods.
The service encouraged the public and relevant stakeholders to consult its detailed weekly forecast for October 21–28, 2026, through its official website.