Dubai issues warning for motorists as rain hits parts of UAE

“While driving in rainy weather, adhere to RTA’s guidelines and ensure public safety measurements by slowing down, driving carefully, and using headlights,” RTA said on Monday.

Dubai’s RTA safety tips for driving in rainy weather

• As winter is around the corner, check the validity of the brakes, tires, and headlights of your vehicle before starting your journey.
• Before driving in the rain, whether it is a short trip or not, make sure your wipers work well for a safe journey.
• If you have to drive in the rain, always double the safety distance between you and the vehicle ahead for your safety and that of others.
• Drive slowly when it is raining so you can always keep control of your car and avoid worrying about having to stop suddenly behind other vehicles.
• As the winter season approaches, make sure to check your tires for a safe journey when it rains.
• When driving in the rain, always follow traffic signs and do not instantly press on the accelerator when the traffic light turns green to avoid losing control on the slippery roads.
• For your safety and the safety of others, when it’s raining, please drive cautiously and carefully at a reduced speed.
• When driving in the rain, drive cautiously and do not exceed the speed limit for your safety.
• Important advice for drivers when it rains:
  Leave a safe distance between other vehicles.
  Do not overtake other vehicles except in ideal conditions.
• When it rains, we advise all drivers to drive cautiously and carefully to get to their destination safely.
• Driving in the rain requires you to focus more. Turn on your headlights and keep a safe space between the vehicle ahead of you to avoid a collision.

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) predicted that the UAE will see partly cloudy skies with dust and a possibility of cloud formation leading to rainfall in certain areas.

Overall, temperatures are expected to remain above 30°C, with maximum temperatures reaching 44°C.