Some were asking makeshift boat and kayak operators to transport them as it was quite a challenge to walk through fully submerged footpaths and roads
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- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) December 16, 2017Patrols increased in RAK
The rainwater has covered all internal roads and highways of the northern emirate, mainly the Wakalah road and the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed road, let alone the deep valleys and high mountains here.
Mohammed Ibrahim, an Emirati citizen, told Khaleej Times that he was so happy to enjoy the moderate showers on the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed road in the direction of Ras Al Khaimah.
"More and heavier showers are expected as the sky is filled with dark and massive clouds on almost all part of the emirate."
All parts of Shamal, Rams, Ghalila, and Azan were hit with rain, he added. "The internal roads and highways of Masafi are covered with rainwater, and it's so nice for young children to go out and enjoy the fine weather."
The RAK police have, meanwhile, deployed more patrols to ensure traffic flow.
"All motorists need to be alert, focus and careful, and reduce speed on the road during the rain. Seafarers, beach and valleys goers, and motorists are still urged to be more cautious during the unstable weather," according to police sources.
Residents of the areas much exposed to pouring showers and strong winds, are requested to be careful, and immediately call (999) in case of emergency, they urged.
"All residents are advised to avoid mountainous areas, and the strong currents of the valleys here, while all motorists are requested to reduce speed, be attentive on the road, turn on the light, and observe traffic rules for road users' safety and theirs."
The RAK department of public works and services has also deployed several tankers to suck out any accumulated ponds of rainwater, particularly at the low level areas and major roads.Rain in Dubai
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Some were asking makeshift boat and kayak operators to transport them as it was quite a challenge to walk through fully submerged footpaths and roads
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