Provinces in the Southern Region will be experiencing more rainfall in the coming months as the wet season had arrived two weeks earlier than expected. National Weather Service acting Director Jimmy Gomoga said that whilst Southern region will see more rainfall, Highlands and Momase regions will experience normal rainfall condition and the New Guinea Islands region will see below average or dry condition. In updating on the country’s weather forecast, Gomoga also said Western, Gulf, Central, NCD, Milne Bay and Northern provinces will be experiencing severe thunderstorms and lightning in the coming days. “This is mainly due to the transition from dry season to wet season where the warm air and cold air giving off this severe sparks we see in lightning,” Mr Gomoga said. “People will need to stay clear off power poles and trees at this time.” “Also those living near rivers must be cautious and move to higher grounds.” He further urged everyone to be informed with the current weather forecast at this time.