The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a yellow alert for the UAE, warning of dust storms, sandstorms, and strong winds. This severe weather poses significant challenges to travel and flight operations, with potential delays and disruptions.
Mumbai experienced its first seasonal rains on May 13, accompanied by a severe sandstorm. The rains brought cooler weather after several days of extreme heat. The unusual weather conditions have sparked a meme fest online, with many sharing images of the rainstorms and sandstorms. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘Yellow’ alert for Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg districts, predicting lightning and strong winds. Local train and metro services in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) were affected by the rains and gusty winds, while flights at Mumbai International Airport were delayed due to poor visibility.
