Khaberni - The Meteorological Administration announced that the impact of the low-pressure system will continue on Thursday, with a slight drop in temperatures along with cold and cloudy weather, accompanied by varying intensities of rainfall. It is expected that the rains will be heavy at times in some regions, with the possibility of hail, leading to the formation of floods and rising water levels in valleys and low-lying areas, including the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea.
The Meteorology also warned of the risk of thunderstorms and reduced horizontal visibility due to fog and clouds touching the ground over mountainous heights and parts of the plains, in addition to decreased visibility due to dust in some desert areas.
The Meteorology noted that the weather on Friday will be cold and partly cloudy, with occasional showers in the western and eastern parts of the kingdom. As for Saturday, it will see a slight rise in temperatures while remaining cold in most areas, and pleasant in the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba.
The Meteorology urged citizens to be cautious, particularly concerning slipping on wet roads due to the rain.
The Ministry of Local Administration raises readiness to face weather conditions
In its preparations to deal with the impact of the low-pressure system, the Ministry of Local Administration reviewed reports from the Meteorological Administration indicating heavy thunderstorms that may affect several regions in the kingdom, including the capital Amman and Balqa and Karak. The ministry confirmed that the risk level would be high from 2 PM until midnight in areas such as Karak, Madaba, southern capital, and the Jordan Valley.
The ministry asked municipalities to raise readiness to monitor critical sites in the field and ensure the readiness of flood channels, culverts, and stormwater drains. It also urged the opening of emergency rooms and coordination with relevant entities, noting that any negligence in following procedures would subject officials to accountability. The ministry also called on citizens in high-risk areas to avoid waterways and valleys and stay away from roads prone to flooding.
Energy and Minerals Regulatory Commission: Raising readiness to ensure service continuity
Ziad Saayida, the chairman of the board of commissioners of the Energy and Minerals Regulatory Commission, confirmed that the commission has raised readiness in the energy sector to face unstable weather conditions, emphasizing the necessity to ensure the continuity of electricity and oil derivatives supplies.
Saayida explained that the commission directed electricity companies and fuel stations and gas agencies to raise readiness and response speed, especially regarding kerosene and gas cylinders, to ensure their availability in harsh weather conditions. He also mentioned that the Emergency and Monitoring Center in the commission operates around the clock to monitor the performance of the electrical system and coordinate directly with the relevant companies.
Saayida urged citizens to report any malfunctions or observations through customer service centers, emphasizing the necessity to take necessary measures to secure loose materials and objects on building roofs to avoid potential hazards.
