Doha: Scattered rain was observed in the northern parts of the country, Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) stated.
أمطار الخير في طريق دخان قبل قليل بعدسة أحد المتابعين. اللهم صيباً نافعاً #قطر
— أرصاد قطر (@qatarweather) August 31, 2021
Rainy weather in Dukhan Road by one of our followers. #Qatar pic.twitter.com/7HcnjxY6DG
On Twitter, QMD shared radar images depicting rain in the northern areas of Qatar, and warned that it could turn thundery at times. It also further warned about strong wind and a lack in visibility during this time.
The department also shared videos showing rainy weather in Al Shahaniyah and Dukhan Road.
In a recent update from QMD, the department shared a video of hail observed in Al Shahaniya.
أمطار الخير في الشيحانية قبل قليل بعدسة أحد المتابعين. اللهم صيباً نافعاً #قطر
— أرصاد قطر (@qatarweather) August 31, 2021
Rainy weather in Alshahaniyah by one of our followers. #Qatar pic.twitter.com/v4t8KNUa4I
In several tweets of updates regarding the weather condition, QMD also listed a few tips to ensure safety.
The safety tips include:
- Move between tracks slowly
- Reduce speed
- Turn on headlights
- Keep a safety distance
- Stay away from any distractions
- Avoid submerged roads