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Gulf Insider
23-05-2025
- Climate
- Gulf Insider
Tropical System Brewing in Arabian Sea
A tropical weather system is expected to form over the eastern Arabian Sea this weekend, prompting close monitoring by Omani authorities. While current forecasts show no direct or indirect impact on the Sultanate of Oman over the next five days, the National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre is keeping a close eye on its development. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system is likely to move northward and intensify into a depression within 36 hours. Meanwhile, Oman is battling intense heatwaves, with temperatures nearing record highs. The Oman Meteorology Department has warned that conditions may worsen, especially in North Batinah, South Batinah, Dhahirah, North Sharqiyah, and Al Wusta governorates. The Met Office's Wednesday forecast predicts mostly clear skies across the country, with a chance of cloud formation over the Al Hajar Mountains, bringing isolated rainfall. Low clouds and fog may develop late at night and early morning over parts of Dhofar, South Sharqiyah, and Al Wusta. Oman lies in a cyclone-prone region, especially from May to July and October to November, when the Indian Ocean is most active. Though rare, Arabian Sea cyclones can be devastating. Cyclone Gonu (2007) claimed 49 lives, Cyclone Phet (2010) caused 24 deaths, Cyclone Mekunu (2018) left seven dead, Cyclone Shaheen (2022) claimed over 15 lives and caused widespread damage. Shaheen struck on October 2, 2022, with winds reaching 150 km/h, leading to flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage across Oman before weakening inland. — Fahad Al Mukrashi is a freelance journalist based in Oman Also read: UAE's NCM Warns of Potential Tropical Depression in Arabian Sea Next Week
Gulf News
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf News
New fuel station regulations in Oman: Tech integration, sustainability, stricter enforcement and hefty fines
Focus on support for EV charging, hydrogen refueling, and sustainability Last updated: Fahad Al Mukrashi, Special to Gulf News
Gulf News
02-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf News
Oman slashes power bills by up to 20% for residents this summer
The move is aimed at easing financial pressure amid high seasonal electricity demand Last updated: Fahad Al Mukrashi, Special to Gulf News Related Stories English great-grandma is world's oldest person at 115 2m read New law: Pakistan eases rules for dual nationals 2m read Limp Bizkit to perform in Abu Dhabi this August 1m read 10 days left to avail 50% discount on traffic fines 1m read
