Al Ain, UAE Weather Update: Heavy Hail Expected Today, Precautions Urged by Authorities

2024-02-29 03:53:25
Abu Dhabi: Chance of heavy hail again today in Al Ain, UAE. Some parts of Abu Dhabi are likely to experience light to heavy rain. Two weeks ago, some parts of Al Ain were hit by hail for an hour continuously and the windows of hundreds of parked cars were shattered. The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has predicted strong winds today in Al Ain and southern areas of Al Dafra region. Following the weather forecast, the authorities have requested to take safety precautions. The NCM had earlier informed that rains will intensify in the country in the coming days. Adverse weather will occur from Wednesday, February 28 to Friday, March 1.

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Authorities have asked to take all precautions in case of hail. Residents of Al Ain must follow the regulations and instructions of local authorities. Vehicles should be parked in areas protected from hail.
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Drivers have also been advised to take safety precautions. The Meteorological Department said that vehicles should be used only for essential purposes. If driving cannot be avoided, it is advised to drive cautiously and turn on low-beam headlights when visibility is reduced. Do not park in water bodies or cross flowing streams.

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The Home Ministry had also issued a security alert as the weather continued to be unstable in the country. Rains and winds of varying intensity are experienced in the UAE. There is thunder, lightning and hail. When the residents of Al Ain woke up on February 12, the streets, hills and valleys were turned white by a hailstorm. Huge chunks of snow fell on cars, windows of buildings, etc. causing damage.

Local residents say that hailstorm is happening like never seen before. An Indian expatriate who has lived in Al Ain for 40 years said he had never seen such a strong cold wind. Fahad Mohammed Abdul Rahman, known as the ‘Hail Hunter’ of the UAE, shared several videos of the snowfall. Filipino expatriate Angel Dumagit Frias, who has been in the UAE for 11 years, said it was the first time he had seen ice in the desert. Another expatriate who has been in Al Ain for 26 years responded that he no longer feels like living in the UAE.
A resident said 500-600 cars were damaged in Al Ain’s Jahili alone. He also revealed that 100-150 cars have broken down on the street where he lives alone. An Emirati businessman said he lost Dh50 lakh as 47 cars, both old and new, were damaged.