Sana'a:The National Center of Meteorology and Early Warning has forecasted scattered thunderstorms of varying intensity across several governorates in Yemen over the next 24 hours.
According to Yemen News Agency, the weather bulletin from the Center indicates that thunderstorms, potentially accompanied by downdraft winds, are likely to occur over the Socotra Archipelago and the Gulf of Aden, as well as the coasts and highlands of Al-Mahrah, Hadramout, Shabwah, Abyan, and Lahj. Rainfall is also expected to impact parts of Al-Bayda, Al-Dhale'a, Aden, Taiz, Ibb, Dhamar, Raymah, and Al-Mahwit governorates.
Scattered rain, which may occasionally be accompanied by thunder, is anticipated over parts of Amran and Hajjah governorates, the western parts of Sana'a and Saada governorates, and parts of the Tihama Plain and the western coast. The Center has issued warnings to citizens about the risks of flash floods in ravines and valleys and advised against being present in or crossing flood channels during and after rainfall and thunderstorms. Safety precautions are urged for all residents in the affected areas.
Additionally, the Center has advised fishermen and ship captains in the Gulf of Aden, the Socotra Archipelago, the eastern and southern coasts, the southern part of the western coast, and the entrance to Bab al-Mandab to be cautious of high waves and rough seas.
