DUBAI—Despite heavy rainfall and cloudy skies in some areas in the UAE since Friday, residents took to social media to express their delight over the weather condition, saying it has been a long time since they’ve had rain in the country.
#Dubai gets rain after a long wait! #joy #currentmood #weather #rain #UAE
— Hameed (@hameedshock) December 17, 2017
National Center of Meteorology and Seismology (NCM) released a statement this morning, notifying the residents about the current weather condition in the country.
— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@NCMS_media) December 18, 2017
According to its post, the instability of rainfall and cloud activities will decrease later this evening. However, fresh winds, fogs, and thunders are still expected to show.
Authorities already reached out to the citizens reminding them of the danger and risks of enjoying the heavy rainfall outside their homes.
#المركز_الوطني_للأرصاد
#هواة_الطقس
#أصدقاء_المركز_الوطني_للأرصاد
طريق حتا – وادي القور/ أحمد البدواوي#سماوي_للإستكشاف pic.twitter.com/sfZSwvsJ6S— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@NCMS_media) December 18, 2017
#المركز_الوطني_للأرصاد
#هواة_الطقس
#أصدقاء_المركز_الوطني_للأرصاد
وادي الحلو – وحلة/ حمد القايدي #فريق_العواصف pic.twitter.com/pnLfTvNnas— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@NCMS_media) December 18, 2017
They have also warned motorcyclists and riders to be extra careful and take necessary precautions to prevent accidents in this wet weather.
The Ministry of Infrastructure Development has already coordinated with local authorities to manage traffic, road activities, and ensure the safety of the public.
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