Dubai: Authorities in the UAE have warned residents about the risks associated with stagnant water following recent heavy rainfall, as the country enters a period of unstable spring weather.
Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomical Society, said this seasonal phase, locally known as “Sarayat” or “Marawih,” typically lasts from mid-March to early May. It is characterised by sudden weather changes, including thunderstorms, heavy rain, and rapidly forming clouds.
He explained that these weather systems can develop quickly, leading to intense rainfall and thunderclouds within short periods. The UAE may also be influenced by a regional cloud system extending from Africa across the Arabian Peninsula and the Gulf, bringing rain along with thunder and lightning.
Reports indicate that the UAE and surrounding Gulf region have already begun experiencing the effects of an active low-pressure system, which has brought scattered clouds, rainfall, and occasional thunderstorms between March 21 and 27.
Authorities are urging the public to remain cautious, especially in areas where water may accumulate, as such conditions can pose safety and health risks.
