Oman (Washington Insider) – Oman’s Civil Aviation
Authority’s NMHEWC warns of 20–60 mm rain, 28–64 km/h winds, 1.5–2 m sea waves,
flash floods, and thunderstorms in Musandam, Al Buraimi, Al Batinah, Hajar
Mountains.
As Times of Oman reported, Oman’s National Multi-Hazard
Early Warning Centre of the Civil Aviation Authority has issued a warning for
heavy rain and strong winds. Officials said rainfall is expected to reach 20 to
60 millimetres in the coming hours.
Strong downdraft winds are also forecast, with speeds of 28
to 64 kilometres per hour (15–35 knots). Authorities warned that these
conditions could create dangerous situations in affected areas.
What warnings has
Oman’s NMHEWC issued for Musandam and nearby regions?
The NMHEWC cautioned that the heavy rain and strong winds
may lead to flash floods, especially in valleys and low-lying areas. Roads and
streets could be flooded, and drainage systems may be overwhelmed. Residents
are urged to stay alert, follow updates, and take necessary precautions to
protect themselves and their property.
The Civil Aviation Authority has issued a warning for rising
sea waves and thunderstorms across several regions. Officials said waves along
the Musandam coast and the Sea of Oman could reach 1.5 to 2.0 metres. The
authority also warned that heavy rainfall could reduce visibility.
Scattered thunderstorms are expected
to continue over Al Buraimi, North and South Al Batinah, and parts of the
Hajar Mountains. Officials mentioned that the storms may cause sudden runoff in
streams and valleys, increasing the risk of local flooding. The CAA urged the
public to exercise caution, avoid crossing valleys, stay away from low-lying
areas, and refrain from sea activities during the alert period.
The National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre was
established by the Government of Oman in March 2015 and is run by the Civil
Aviation Authority. The National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre is one of
the many initiatives developed by the Government of Oman for improving disaster
preparedness and emergency management.
After many years of extreme weather conditions in Oman and
the experience gained while partnering with international organisations such as
UNESCO to develop early warning systems since 2009, the centre was established
to provide an effective means of monitoring dangerous weather events such as
heavy rain, flash flooding, tropical cyclones and storm surge.
The centre also plays a significant role in providing
weather alerts and warnings to the citizens of Oman each year.
