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Heavy rain floods Al Ain roads as Abu Dhabi Police issue safety advisory
Rain and thunder in Al Ain on Friday led to water‑logged streets and a police safety advisory.
By Felo News Desk · Published
On Friday, Oct 16, 2026, dark clouds brought rain and thunder to Al Ain, causing water‑logged roads and reduced driving conditions, Khaleej Times reported.
The National Centre of Meteorology had earlier issued yellow and orange alerts for rain and thunder, effective until 9 pm. Videos shared by Storm Centre showed the sky turning grey and water collecting on several streets.
In response, Abu Dhabi Police posted an advisory urging motorists to follow road‑safety guidelines and exercise caution while driving.
The showers follow heavy rain and hail that affected parts of the UAE on Oct 15, including Al Ain and Sharjah.
Key facts
- Rain and thunder hit Al Ain on Oct 16, 2026, causing water‑logged roads. (khaleejtimes.com)
- The National Centre of Meteorology issued yellow and orange alerts until 9 pm. (khaleejtimes.com)
- Abu Dhabi Police issued an advisory urging motorists to drive cautiously. (khaleejtimes.com)
Sources
- [1] khaleejtimes.com — originally reported as “Watch: Heavy rains hit Al Ain; some roads waterlogged as Abu Dhabi Police issue advisory”
