UAE Weather: Rain Brings Precautions and Closures
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The UAE's National Center of Meteorology has announced the weather forecast for Saturday.
The sky is expected to be clear to partly cloudy, with rain in some areas.
Local media described the rain as "rain of goodness," a phrase often used for beneficial rainfall in the UAE.
Along with the forecast, officials issued precautionary measures and called on people to remain careful.
In response to the weather, Abu Dhabi Municipality has announced the closure of all public parks.
It has also closed recreational areas and beaches across the emirate.
In addition, all outdoor events have been suspended until further notice.
These steps are meant to protect public safety during the rainy weather.
Rain in the region can sometimes cause flooding or slippery conditions.
Because of this, authorities are urging caution among residents and visitors.
No further details were given about the exact areas affected by rain.
It is also unclear how long the closures will remain in place.
Officials said updates will be shared as the situation develops.
Residents are advised to follow official channels for the latest information.
The municipality has not announced when parks and beaches will reopen.
Vocabulary7 words
- Meteorology
- the study of weather
- partly cloudy
- some clouds, some sun
- precautionary measures
- actions taken to prevent danger
- recreational areas
- places for fun and relaxing
- events
- planned public activities
- suspended
- stopped for a while
- caution
- being careful
Quiz
Answer key
1. Clear to partly cloudy with rain 2. Closed parks, recreational areas, beaches and suspended events 3. False
Fill-in-the-blank listening
Play the audio again and fill in the missing words as you listen.
The UAE's National Center of _____ has announced the weather forecast for Saturday.
The sky is expected to be clear to _____, with rain in some areas.
Local media described the rain as "rain of goodness," a phrase often used for beneficial rainfall in the UAE.
Along with the forecast, officials issued _____ and called on people to remain careful.
In response to the weather, Abu Dhabi Municipality has announced the closure of all public parks.
It has also closed _____ and beaches across the emirate.
In addition, all outdoor _____ have been _____ until further notice.
These steps are meant to protect public safety during the rainy weather.
Because of this, authorities are urging _____ among residents and visitors.
No further details were given about the exact areas affected by rain.
Discussion questions
- Why might authorities close parks and beaches during rain?
- How does your country handle severe weather warnings?
- Do you think closing public events is a good precaution? Why or why not?
- What would you do if a park near you suddenly closed due to weather?