UAE issues dust alert

Tuesday, 3 May 2022 10:49

Weather forecasters have released an alert regarding reduced visibility across the Emirates today.

The National Centre of Meteorology have issued a code yellow for the public to be aware of dusty conditions.

#غبار #المركز_الوطني_للأرصاد #Dust #NCM pic.twitter.com/8jAMDQwrJE
— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@ncmuae) May 3, 2022

#Alert #Dust_Alert #NCM pic.twitter.com/RuuO2tns1S
— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@ncmuae) May 3, 2022

Abu Dhabi police are also urging drivers to be careful on the roads due to the adverse weather, and not to get distracted by taking videos or using your phone.

#Urgent | #Warning #Abudhabi #AbuDhabiPolice urges drivers to be cautious due to low visibility during high winds and dust .. And for your saftey and for the safety of others on the road, please do not be distracted by taking any videos or using your phone. pic.twitter.com/MaNhETLaua
— شرطة أبوظبي (@ADPoliceHQ) May 3, 2022

Strong winds are raising sand in open areas and that’s expected to continue til 6pm this evening.

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