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Oman Met issues thunderstorm alert for Hajar Mountains and adjacent areas

The Oman Meteorology has issued a thunderstorm warning for today, July 10, for Hajar Mountains and adjacent areas

TAS News Service

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Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Muscat – As per the thunderstorm alert, there are chances of cumulonimbus cloud activity over the Hajar Mountains and adjacent areas, extending to the deserts. The warning is in effect from 1 pm to 8 pm today.

The affected areas include North Al Sharqiyah, Al Dhahirah, and Al Dakhiliyah.

The thunderstorms may be accompanied by active downward winds, hail, and flash floods in valleys and reefs during the afternoon and evening.

Rainfall amounts are expected to range between 10-30 mm. The Civil Aviation Authority advises all individuals in the affected areas to take necessary precautions to ensure safety and avoid travel unless essential.

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