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Tropical system expected to bring heavy rains in Oman

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Muscat: The National Committee for Emergency Management (NCEM) has activated its emergency center and mobilized response teams in South Al Sharqiyah, Al Wusta, and Dhofar as the tropical depression in the Arabian Sea approaches. While the system is located 920 km from the Omani coast and is moving westward, it is expected to bring heavy rainfall to several regions. The closest rainy clouds are 56 km away, and though the chance of the system intensifying remains low, significant rainfall is expected.


Oman Meteorology has issued a warning for rains ranging from 30 to 80 mm, starting Monday, October 14. The public is urged to follow official updates and take precautions to ensure safety.


Detailed Forecast by Days and Governorates:




  • Monday evening, October 14



    • Scattered rains (10-30 mm):



      • Al-Wusta (coastal areas)

      • South Al-Sharqiyah (coastal areas)






  • Tuesday, October 15




    • Moderate to heavy rains (20-60 mm):



      • Dhofar

      • Al-Buraimi

      • Al-Dakhiliyah (desert areas)

      • Al-Dhahirah (desert areas)




    • Heavy rains (40-90 mm):



      • South Al-Batinah

      • North Al-Batinah

      • Al-Dakhiliyah (mountainous areas)

      • Al-Buraimi (mountainous areas)

      • Al-Dhahirah (mountainous areas)






  • Wednesday, October 16




    • Heavy rains (50-90 mm):



      • Muscat

      • North Al-Sharqiyah

      • South Al-Sharqiyah

      • North Al-Batinah

      • South Al-Batinah

      • Al-Dakhiliyah (mountainous areas)

      • Al-Dhahirah (mountainous areas)




    • Intense rains (30-90 mm):



      • Dhofar

      • Al-Wusta






Residents and citizens are advised to remain cautious and follow all instructions from local authorities to ensure safety during this weather event.


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