The UAE is gearing up for possible heightened rainfall in its eastern and southern regions as authorities monitor a developing tropical depression in the Arabian Sea. Initial forecasts suggest indirect effects on the UAE, including rough seas and potential seawater flooding in some coastal areas.
The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) had previously alerted residents to the formation of a low-pressure system in the Arabian Sea. In response, the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) held a meeting with the Joint Assessment Team to evaluate the risks and ensure the country’s preparedness.
The authorities emphasized that the weather phenomena are expected to indirectly affect the UAE, but they remain vigilant. Safety guidelines will be communicated through official channels if conditions worsen.
Recent rains, hailstorms, and flooding have already impacted parts of the country, particularly in Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah, where wadis have overflowed, and waterfalls cascaded from the mountains.
The rainy Al Wasmi season, which begins mid-October, is expected to bring more showers in the coming days, especially in eastern regions. However, these conditions are typical for this time of year and are expected to ease by Tuesday.
Meanwhile, Oman has raised its emergency readiness as its southern governorates brace for more direct impacts from the tropical depression.
