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UAE braces for unstable weather: Sharjah closes park due to rainy conditions
Authorities across the Emirates issued warnings and alerts to keep residents and motorists informed and safe amid heavy rainfall
Sharjah authorities announced that the Al Qarain 5 Park in the Muwaileh suburb, hosting the Dawahi Festival, will remain closed on Sunday, December 14, due to current weather conditions in the UAE.
The 14th edition of the Dawahi Festival, which started on December 5 will continue until December 29 at Al Qarain 5 Park in the Muwaileh suburb. The festival features more than 30 government entities and offers over 75 workshops and awareness lectures, in addition to major prizes for visitors.
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However, the Department of Suburbs Affairs announced that the park will remain closed today, following heavy rains and thunderstorms across the country, as per the unstable weather warnings previously issued by UAE authorities. Residents experienced waterlogging, cascading waterfalls in the mountains, and strong gusty winds across the country.
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Authorities across the Emirates issued weather warnings and alerts to keep residents and motorists informed and safe amid heavy rainfall. Police and traffic departments urged drivers to exercise extra caution on the roads.
Drivers have been reminded the importance of maintaining a safe distance between vehicles, reducing speed, and practicing careful driving at all times. Authorities also advised avoiding low-lying areas, valleys, and dams that are prone to flooding, reinforcing public safety measures to prevent accidents and ensure the well-being of all road users during adverse weather conditions.
Unstable weather warning
Khaleej Times earlier reported that Dubai and several parts of the UAE are bracing for a prolonged spell of unstable weather, with residents likely to experience scattered showers, heavy downpours, thunder, hail and a noticeable drop in temperatures.
Cloud cover has been spreading across the country since Friday, ushering in a multi-day weather system set to peak between December 16 and 19. Dr Ahmed Habib, meteorologist at the National Centre of Meteorology, said the shift is being driven by multiple weather systems converging over the region
Ajanta Paul
Ajanta Paul is a Senior Editor on the Digital team. A natural leader and newshound, she thrives in breaking news and high-pressure situations — and enjoys reporting on community issues that matter to UAE residents.
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