Rain in UAE: Ras Al Khaimah faces flash floods as vehicles swept away

The United Arab Emirates experienced its third consecutive day of heavy rain, with storms impacting a broad swath of the country and causing flash floods in several northern and coastal emirates, the 24NewsHD TV channel reported on Wednesday.

Authorities reported severe disruptions in daily life as streets in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah resembled waterlogged pools.

According to the TV channel, rainfall ranged from light showers to heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning, affecting multiple urban and rural areas. The National Centre of Meteorology confirmed that heavy rainfall was recorded in parts of Abu Dhabi, including Al Riyadh, Al Wathba, Zayed International Airport, Khalifa City, and Madinat Zayed. Similar conditions were reported in Al Faya in Sharjah and several regions of Al Ain, including Al Saad, Al Faqa, Al Masoudi, Al Foah, Nahil, and Al Ain International Airport.

In Ras Al Khaimah, flash floods in Ras Al Khaimah city and surrounding areas of Al Dhafra swept vehicles away, creating hazardous conditions for motorists. Moderate to heavy rain was recorded in Mohamed bin Zayed City and Baniyas in Abu Dhabi, while several islands and key districts including Zayed Port, Al Maryah Island, Al Reem, Abu Al Abyad, Das, and Saadiyat faced water accumulation.

Other areas affected include Fujairah, Khor Fakkan, Kalba, Dubai, Dibba Fujairah, Umm Al Qaiwain Port, Hatta, and multiple parts of Al Ain. Light to moderate rain was reported in additional areas such as Abu Dhabi Industrial City, Umm Al Zumoul, Al Hayer, Arzanah Island, and Jebel Hafeet.

Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution while travelling and to avoid flood-prone areas as the weather system continues to impact the country. The Meteorology Centre continues to monitor the situation and has issued warnings for heavy rainfall in the coming days.