During and after the unprecedented rains and flooding on April 16, many went above and beyond to help the country recover
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The UAE's Ministry of Interior on Friday issued an alert and urged residents to be cautious due to fluctuating weather conditions in the country.
A cold wave is expected over the weekend, and the country will experience a significant drop in temperature starting today, with temperatures dropping to 4°C. Forecasters think thunderstorms and rain will also hit parts of the country, with moderate to heavy showers expected in various parts.
In view of the unstable weather conditions, the Ministry of Interior urged residents to be vigilant. Taking to Twitter, the authority wrote: "Due to the exposure of several areas in the country to fluctuations in weather conditions accompanied by heavy rains and winds, please take care and caution while driving the vehicle and avoid valleys and places where water flows."
The authority also issued six tips for residents on how to remain safe during inclement weather:
Sharjah Police are also warning residents from venturing into flooded areas and water bodies. On social media, the authority wrote: "We call on fellow drivers to exercise caution while driving due to fluctuating weather conditions. Leave sufficient distances between vehicles, reduce speeds and drive with caution."
The police also warned residents not to approach places where valleys and dams flow and rain pools for their safety and the safety of others.
According to the MET department, Saturday will be cloudy with rainfall of different intensities over scattered areas, especially coastal, northern, and eastern areas. The highs will be 24 degrees C with lows of 18 degrees.
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