UAE Records Highest Rainfall in 75 Years: Flooding Fears Rise
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) of the United Arab Emirates has confirmed exceptional rainfall across the country over the past 24 hours ending at 21:00 hours on April 16, 2024. This event represents the highest recorded precipitation totals in the UAE’s modern climatic history, exceeding all data collected since 1949.
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The NCM anticipates potentially even greater rainfall amounts in the coming hours. As of this report, the highest measured rainfall occurred in the Khatm al-Shukla region of Al Ain, accumulating 254.8 millimeters within a 24-hour period. Meteorological stations throughout the UAE have documented significant precipitation in numerous locations.
The NCM is actively monitoring the weather situation and is expected to issue further updates and advisories as necessary. Residents are advised to monitor official NCM pronouncements and exercise due caution during this extraordinary weather event.
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