Dubai authorities have escalated emergency preparedness measures as meteorological forecasts indicate deteriorating weather conditions across the United Arab Emirates. The Dubai Police Department has issued an official directive strongly advising residents to refrain from non-essential outdoor activities until Friday at noon due to anticipated severe weather patterns.
Meteorological authorities project rapid weather deterioration within hours, with the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) activating a yellow alert status effective until 4:00 PM Friday. The warning specifically identifies western and coastal regions, including Fujairah, as high-risk zones for intense precipitation and electrical storms. Concurrently, powerful winds are forecast to generate substantial dust and sand dispersion, significantly compromising horizontal visibility across affected areas.
Temperature metrics are expected to drop considerably, with Abu Dhabi anticipating ranges between 17°C and 22°C, while Dubai and Sharjah may experience temperatures of 16-23°C and 15-21°C respectively. This thermal decrease accompanies the predicted precipitation events, creating potentially hazardous conditions for transportation and outdoor activities.
The advisory emerges within a broader context of regional emergency preparedness initiatives, including recent cancellations of public gatherings such as the Simbang Gabi event originally scheduled for Thursday. These precautionary measures reflect enhanced coordination between meteorological services and civil protection agencies aiming to minimize weather-related risks to public safety and infrastructure.
Authorities continue to monitor atmospheric developments closely, with digital communication channels remaining active for real-time updates. The coordinated response demonstrates the UAE’s evolving emergency management protocols designed to address increasingly volatile weather patterns in the region.