Kiremt 2023 Assessment and Bega 2023/2024 Outlook Hydromet Bulletin

Bulletin

Based on the rainfall Tercile probability, most parts of Bega benefiting river basins are expected to be under normal and tending to above normal condition. The Western catchments such as middle and lower Tekeze, most part of Abay, upper OmoGibe and some part of BaroAkobo are anticipated to get Normal Rainfall and unseasonal rainfall is also expected. This will have positive impact over the Northwestern catchments especially for irrigation schemes and drinking water availability. The Bega 2023_24 season is anticipated to be wet over Bega Benefiting catchments. Flood and flash flood are anticipated across basins which received Bega season rainfall, such as middle and lower OmoGibe, Rift valley, GenaleDawa, Lower Wabishebele and Ogaden Basins. This wet Bega would have positive impact on water availability especially for the Bega Benefiting southern and southeastern catchments, which were under dry condition during Kiremt 2023 season. Therefore, we recommend the responsible bodies to carry out catchment management activities to control negative impacts such as flood and flash floods especially over Bega benefiting catchment, harvesting of gained water resources for different economic activities is highly recommended. Also, it is important to follow EMI’s daily, 10 daily and monthly reports and mid-season forecasts through EMI Website and other Medias.