Rain, thunderstorm hit UAE

Sunday, 17 February 2019 07:43

Rain hits parts of the UAE on Sunday morning, accompanied by thunder and lightning.

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) is forecasting cloudy weather throughout the day.

It is urging sea-goers to take caution against strong winds, while Dubai Police are advising motorists to drive carefully.

#المركز_الوطني_للأرصاد #أمطار_الخير #شارع_الشيخ_محمد_بن_زايد #أم_القيوين #هواة_الطقس #أصدقاء_المركز_الوطني_للأرصاد pic.twitter.com/2Yz7SzkgzJ
— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@NCMS_media) February 17, 2019

#TrafficUpdate | We request the motorist to drive carefully and safely due to a change in weather.
— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) February 17, 2019

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