UAE Ready to Handle Severe Weather Conditions
- Publish date: Thursday، 07 March 2024 | Last update: Tuesday، 10 December 2024
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Authorities in the UAE have underscored the nation's preparedness for upcoming adverse weather conditions.
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Anticipated from Friday evening to Sunday noon, the weather is expected to be highly unstable, featuring rain, lightning, thunder, and occasional hailstorms.
In order to ensure everyone's safety during the expected severe weather conditions , here are the main decisions outlined in the media briefing. pic.twitter.com/Yw3kP6w8Q6
— NCEMA UAE (@NCEMAUAE) March 7, 2024
The Ministry of Interior and the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) have issued warnings, urging the public to exercise caution and adhere to safety protocols.
Individuals are cautioned against venturing into valleys, mountains, and flood-prone areas, with legal consequences for rule violations.
Your Safety .. Your Responsibility. pic.twitter.com/TneXZ5pq3D
— NCEMA UAE (@NCEMAUAE) March 7, 2024
Roads leading to wadis and mountains will be temporarily closed, and decisions on remote learning will be made by emergency and crisis management teams in affected emirates. Joint assessment meetings, led by NCEMA, have been conducted to assess the readiness of various entities in preparation for the weather challenges.