Location: Oman
Event: Heavy rains and thundershowers are possible over the weekend in various regions of the Sultanate, to include the Muscat area, according to the Oman Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The Embassy reminds American citizens that flash flooding is common when it rains in Oman, especially in areas surrounding mountains and wadis. Travelers are advised to take precautions and avoid travel in these areas to the maximum extent possible when rain is forecasted.
The exact trajectory of the weather pattern is uncertain, but the forecast is that Muscat and northern Oman will experience precipitation and winds between 40-80 km/h from Thursday, July 7, 2022, through Saturday, July 9, 2022.
Actions to Take:
- Please keep up to date on this weather pattern by following local media reports on https://www.caa.gov.om/.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Muscat, Oman
- Jamiat A’Duwal Al Arabiya Street,
Al Khuwair Area (Shatti Al-Qurum), Muscat
Oman
+(968) 2464-3400
ConsularMuscat@state.gov
https://om.usembassy.gov/ - State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 - Oman Country Information
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