Heavy rains lash Ras Al Khaimah

The heavy showers have left big ponds of water, mainly at the deep valleys
Heavy showers lashed all areas in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, particularly in the northern and southern regions.�The heavy showers have left big ponds of water, mainly at the deep valleys and mountainous areas, such as the Jebel Jais - the highest peak in the UAE, and Wadi Ghalila.Saeed Ali, an Emirati, told Khaleej Times that the heavy rains did not come to a stop of long hours. "The lightning is seen and thunder is heard everywhere."Mohamed Nasser, an Emirati computer engineer, said the valleys here saw most of the showers, as in Wadi Qadaah where large pieces of hail were seen everywhere. "Most of the valleys here are flooded with rain water."Most families go out to enjoy the rain, mainly at the mountainous areas and nearby valleys, said Abdullah Alshemeili, an Emirati. "But, people have to be cautious as it is raining heavily, and the valleys are so dangerous now."The RAK police have,



meanwhile, deployed more patrols to ensure traffic flow and recover the stuck and non-functioning vehicles due to the showers and flooded valleys, if any."All motorists need to be alert, focus and careful, and reduce speed on the road during the rain. Seafarers, beach and valleys goers, and motorists are still urged to be more cautious during the unstable weather," according to police sources.Residents of the areas much exposed to pouring showers and strong winds, are requested to be careful, and immediately call (999) in case of emergency, they urged."All resident are advised to avoid mountainous areas, and the strong currents of the valleys here, while all motorists are requested to reduce speed, be attentive on the road, turn on the light, and observe traffic rules for road users' safety and theirs." The RAK department of public works and services has also deployed a big number of tankers to suck out the accumulated ponds of rainwater, particularly at the low level areas and major roads.