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National Meteorology Warns of Rainfall and Cold Weather in Yemen

Sana'a:The National Meteorology and Early Warning Center has forecasted varying rainfall and relatively cold to cold weather conditions over the next 24 hours.

According to Yemen News Agency, the weather bulletin indicates that varying-intensity rainfall is expected over the Socotra Archipelago, the Gulf of Aden, the eastern and southern coasts, and the adjacent inland areas, sometimes accompanied by thunderstorms.

The forecast predicts relatively cold to cold weather during the night and early morning in the governorates of Sa'ada, Amran, Sana'a, Dhamar, Al-Bayda, and the highlands of Ibb, Al-Dhalea, and Lahj. Minimum temperatures in these areas are expected to range between 3 and 8 degrees Celsius.

The Center has issued warnings to sea-goers and fishermen around the Socotra Archipelago and the Gulf of Aden due to rough seas and high waves. Residents in areas expected to receive rainfall are advised to avoid valley beds and flood channels.

Additionally, the Center has cautioned the elderly, children, and workers during the evening and morning periods in the mentioned governorates and highlands, as well as those arriving from warmer regions, to prepare for cold weather conditions.