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Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Climate
- Khaleej Times
Watch: Heavy rains lash garden city of Al Ain; orange alert issued
Heavy rains swept through parts of the UAE on Saturday, July 26, offering residents much-needed respite from the searing summer heat. UAE rain chasers shared videos of rain and thunderstorms in the garden city of Al Ain and Khatm Al Shiklah, the border crossing point between the UAE and Oman. In the videos shared by Storm Centre, heavy rain can be seen pelting down in Al Ain and Khatm Al Shiklah, accompanied by strong gusts of wind. In one video, overcast grey skies are followed by a heavy downpour. Authorities have advised residents to be cautious due to the adverse weather conditions currently affecting the country. View this post on Instagram A post shared by �ر�ز ا�عاص�ة ��را�بة ا�ط�س �ا�ذذ�ر ا���اخ� ا��ؤسس omar alnauimi (@storm_ae) View this post on Instagram A post shared by �ر�ز ا�عاص�ة ��را�بة ا�ط�س �ا�ذذ�ر ا���اخ� ا��ؤسس omar alnauimi (@storm_ae) Authorities in Abu Dhabi issued multiple advisories, urging the public to avoid valleys. They also urged motorists to exercise caution while driving and adhere to the modified speed limits that are in effect due to the weather conditions. View this post on Instagram A post shared by �ر�ز ا�عاص�ة ��را�بة ا�ط�س �ا�ذذ�ر ا���اخ� ا��ؤسس omar alnauimi (@storm_ae) View this post on Instagram A post shared by �ر�ز ا�عاص�ة ��را�بة ا�ط�س �ا�ذذ�ر ا���اخ� ا��ؤسس omar alnauimi (@storm_ae) The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), the country's met department issued orange and yellow alerts for convective clouds formation associated with rainfall in Al Ain and surrounding areas. The yellow alert was issued for convective cloud formation with rainfall and fresh to strong winds, causing blowing dust and sand, from 1pm till 9pm.
Khaleej Times
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- Khaleej Times
Watch: Truck, cars crash into road barriers in Abu Dhabi as tyres burst amid scorching heat
As temperatures remain high, vehicles need regular maintenance to ensure they remain safe for driving. One particularly essential check is inspecting tyres to ensure they are safe of cracks or wear and tear, as any damage could be multiplied by the summer heat, causing severe accidents. Abu Dhabi authorities shared a video of vehicles which skidded across roads, lost complete control and crashed into road barriers as their tyres burst. Watch the video here: In the first clip, the impact of the tyre damage causes the car to swerve from the left-most lane on a highway to the right road barrier, crashing into it and overturning. Apart from the vehicle whose tyres are faulty, it can also cause harm to multiple road users who are in the way as the vehicle veers dangerously. In subsequent footage, cars can be seen sliding all over the roads, as smoke billows from the tyres. But its not just cars; a truck lost its balance and crashed into the barrier, with the body of the vehicle almost disconnecting from each other due to the impact of the collision. Authorities released this video as a reminder to drivers to use tyres that meet specifications and to ensure its suitability, its size, the temperature it can withstand, the appropriate load, and the year of manufacture. Violations are punishable by a fine of Dh500, four traffic points, and a one-week vehicle impoundment for tyres that are unfit for driving.
