UAE flood warning issued with winds forecast to hit 70kph
A weather warning has been issued for parts of the UAE on Tuesday alerting people to the risk of flash floods and winds of up to 70kph. The advisory from the National Centre of Meteorology covers eastern, southern and internal areas and will be in place until at least 10pm. The NCM issued an orange alert – warning that hazardous weather was expected – for desert areas of Abu Dhabi. A yellow alert…
On Tuesday, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued a weather warning for the UAE, cautioning residents of the potential for flash floods and winds reaching up to 70kph. This advisory, classified as an orange alert, specifically warned of hazardous weather conditions for desert areas in Abu Dhabi. Simultaneously, a yellow alert was issued for the Western Region of Abu Dhabi, urging the public to remain vigilant outdoors.
Footage from the Storm Centre weather tracking platform captured instances of rain in Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and portions of Abu Dhabi. In Hatta and Dubai, residents prepared by carrying umbrellas amid the summer showers, providing a brief respite from the intense heat. However, the NCM emphasized the necessity of exercising caution during prolonged periods of heavy rain, issuing a flash flood alert for eastern regions that would remain active until 10pm.
The weather bureau further cautioned that northern and eastern areas could encounter clouds, rain, and reduced visibility through Friday. Despite the unstable conditions, the country would continue to experience high temperatures as its summer season peaked. The NCM's online weather map projected maximum temperatures of 47°C in Abu Dhabi and 45°C in Dubai for Wednesday, with forecasted mid-40s temperatures spanning the rest of the week.
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