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Oman Weather: Thunderstorms loom over various governorates as CAA predicts more rain

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued latest update, warning of severe thunderstorms and heavy rains across several governorates in the Sultanate of Oman.

TAS News Service

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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Muscat: According to the latest updates at 11 am from the National Center for Early Warning of Multiple Hazards, the country will face intense weather conditions, with rainfalls expected to trigger flash floods in valleys and ravines.

Rainfall of varying intensities is predicted across the following regions:

North Al Batinah, Muscat (Mountain areas), South Al Batinah, South Al Sharqiyah, and Al Wusta: 50 to 200 mm of rain.

Inland regions, including North Al Sharqiyah, Al Buraimi (Mountains), and Al Dhahirah (Mountains): Will also experience active winds and reduced visibility.

In Dhofar, rainfall between 10 to 30 mm is expected, with the coastal areas witnessing sea waves rising between 1.5 to 2.5 meters. Wind speeds are forecasted to reach 15 to 35 knots across all coastal regions.

The CAA has urged residents to remain cautious, as the weather system is likely to cause:

Flash floods in valleys and ravines.
Strong gusts of wind.
Low visibility on roads.

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