Weather warning issued in UAE

Sunday, 26 January 2020 15:30

A weather alert has been issued across the Emirates by the National Centre of Meteorology.

This comes after heavy rainfall hit parts of Dubai this afternoon.

They have warned the public of high winds, dusty conditions and poor visibility until 6:00 pm in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

#Dust #NCM pic.twitter.com/la7fCdpcMt
— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@ncmuae) January 26, 2020

According to the Roads and Transport Authority, ferry services between Dubai and Sharjah have been disrupted.

Due to the expected adverse weather conditions, the Intercity #Ferry service between Dubai and Sharjah will be subjected to temporary disruption. Customers are kindly asked to contact RTA Customer Happiness Centre on 800 9090 for further information.
— RTA (@rta_dubai) January 26, 2020

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