Barran Press
The National Center of Meteorology and Early Warning (NCMEW) reported on Friday, August 9, 2024, that the Houthi-controlled capital Sana'a experienced the highest rainfall in recent hours, reaching 53 mm.
The NCMEW's daily bulletin, seen by Barran Press, stated that Ibb Governorate recorded the second-highest rainfall at 46.6 mm, followed by Dhamar at 31.7 mm.
Other governorates experiencing heavy rainfall included Dhamar (5 mm), Taiz (4.3 mm), Al-Bayda (2.4 mm), and Mahra (1.3 mm).
The center reported that scattered thunderstorms occurred in the western highlands, inland plateaus, and parts of the highlands of Abyan, Shabwa, and Hadhramaut.
The NCMEW issued a warning for continued heavy rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms, downdrafts, and hail in parts of Sa'ada, Hajjah, Al-Mahwit, Amran, Sana'a, Dhamar, Raymah, Ibb, Al-Dhale, and Al-Hudaydah governorates, as well as parts of the highlands and Tihamah plain.
The center also predicted varying levels of rainfall, potentially accompanied by thunderstorms, in parts of Taiz, Al-Bayda, the highlands of Lahj, Abyan, Shabwa, Hadhramaut, and Mahra.
According to the NCMEW, scattered rainfall is expected in the coming hours in Al-Jawf and Marib governorates, as well as parts of the southern and eastern coasts.
The NCMEW reiterated its warning to citizens in areas expected to receive rainfall to exercise caution and avoid valleys and flood channels during and after rainfall. The center also warned of thunderstorms, strong downdrafts, and hail.
The center advised drivers to be aware of reduced visibility due to rainfall and low-lying clouds on mountain roads, potential rockfalls, and the risk of crossing flooded bridges.
The NCMEW urged relevant government agencies to take necessary measures to protect lives and property and to monitor the center's bulletins and reports.