The United Arab Emirates experienced a dramatic shift in weather this Tuesday as the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued a series of warnings across the country. While several regions were placed under an orange alert due to significant rainfall and scattered hail, yellow alerts were also enforced to caution residents about intense dust storms. These conditions, driven by convective clouds and strong winds reaching speeds of up to 45 km/hr, significantly reduced visibility across eastern, western, and internal parts of the nation. Local authorities, including the Abu Dhabi Police, have urged motorists to exercise extreme caution on the roads and refrain from using mobile devices to capture footage of the turbulent weather.

To ensure public safety during these unpredictable conditions, the Ministry of Health and Prevention has released a comprehensive advisory. Residents are encouraged to stay indoors, particularly those with respiratory conditions or young children, and to utilize air purifiers to maintain clean air quality. If venturing outside is unavoidable, officials recommend wearing masks and goggles to protect against blowing sand. For those on the road, it is critical to seal car vents and maintain safe distances, while asthma patients are reminded to keep their rescue inhalers nearby and seek medical attention if they experience any breathing difficulties.