Watch: Rain hits parts of UAE

Saturday, 31 July 2021 15:47

By ARN News Staff

Several areas of the UAE have been hit by rain.

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) posted footage of heavy rainfall in parts of Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah.

Light to moderate rain was also reported in Khor Fakkan, Wadi Shees, Masafi and Al Rafisah Dam.

The NCM has urged residents to stay away from wadis and areas prone to flash floods, especially in the country's eastern areas.

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