British holidaymakers in Dubai, Egypt, and Qatar have been cautioned as extreme weather, including the risk of tornadoes, is set to hit the United Arab Emirates and neighbouring Gulf nations. Meteorologists predict 'biblical rain', with some areas expected to receive an entire year's rainfall in just three days.
The UAE, Qatar, and Egypt are among the worst-affected countries. Thunder, hail, and flash flooding are anticipated in major cities such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Qatari authorities have advised employers to follow safety guidelines and provide protective measures for workers.
In Egypt, schools have been closed as Cairo prepares for severe storms. The National Centre of Meteorology warned that the worst conditions are expected from Thursday evening to Friday morning, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and thunderstorms.
One UAE resident described the severe hail as 'very frightening'. Jason Nicholls of AccuWeather noted that a tornado was reported near the Saudi Arabian coast on Monday, and conditions remain favourable for more tornadoes. Howard Townsend, an unofficial UAE forecaster, said the Gulf coastline, especially Dubai and the Northern Emirates, will see the worst of the weather from Wednesday to Saturday morning.
