In parts of the United Arab Emirates on Saturday, October 31, precipitation, including heavy downpours and hail, was observed, affecting several areas such as Khor Fakkan, Fujairah, and Sharjah.
Video footage published by the Storm Centre demonstrates strong winds blowing over a road in Khor Fakkan, where heavy rain fell on the area, causing water to accumulate on the road. In one video recording, a child was seen playing with hail and picking up particles from the ground during the rainy weather.
The Storm Centre also shared a video showing how heavy rain significantly reduces visibility from inside a parked car, as torrential streams wash out the view of the road ahead.
Rain was also recorded on roads in Al Madam and Al Fayah in Sharjah. Heavy rain and hail were noted in other areas, including Al Watan Street, while Fujairah experienced precipitation in Masafih and Difta.
Previously, the National Center of Meteorology (NCM) had forecast rain in various regions of the UAE for Saturday, as unstable weather conditions affected many territories.
The UAE Ministry of Interior had previously strongly recommended residents to exercise caution in adverse weather conditions. In its warning, it called on citizens to 'stay away from valleys, flood canals, and water accumulation areas.' The department added that some areas of the country are experiencing unstable weather with the probability of heavy rain and hail, which could lead to the overflowing of wadis (valleys), flash floods, and water accumulation.
Furthermore, the administration urged residents to follow the instructions of the relevant authorities, warning: 'Do not attempt to cross these sections and reduce speed while driving.'
