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Oman - Floods (NOAA-CPC, media) (ECHO Daily Flash of 13 February 2024)

  • Heavy rain has been affecting most of Oman, particularly the north of the country, causing floods and severe weather-related incidents that resulted in casualties and damage.

  • According to media reports, at least three people died due to floods in the Rustaq Town area (Al Batinah South Governorate, northern Oman), 118 others have been evacuated in Al Batinah North Governorate and 108 people have been rescued in Ad Dhahirah Governorate.

  • For the next 24 hours, heavy rain, hail, and strong winds are forecast over north-eastern Oman.