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NCM lists safety rules residents should follow to protect themselves from weather conditions


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via the web service desk

published: Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 10:20 pm

The UAE has seen heavy rain and high winds throughout the day on Saturday. Authorities have issued multiple warnings for rain and dust.

Municipalities in the Al Dhafrah area of ​​Abu Dhabi have urged residents to be careful when going out as strong winds, rain and raised dust can be harmful.

Authorities have asked residents to contact the authorities on hotline 993 or via WhatsApp number 026788888 in case of sand accumulation, fallen trees or any other emergency.

It also said all construction equipment such as tower cranes, mobile cranes, suspended platforms and other heavy machinery should be stopped and structures such as tower cranes and scaffolding must be secured in accordance with approved specifications. All activities such as demolition should be stopped and workers told to proceed with caution.

Temporary fencing and barricades will also be installed around workplaces as they remove volatile substances.

The National Meteorological Center of the UAE has also issued a dust alert, urging residents to exercise caution and take the following measures:

1. Follow safety rules and drive safely

2. Lock all doors and windows to prevent dust from entering the building

3. Do not expose yourself to dust directly

4. Monitor official weather platforms

NCM also urged residents to refrain from spreading rumours.

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