Strong winds expected to hit UAE on Wednesday

Dubai: Srong Shammal winds will hit the UAE on Wednesday, causing huge road and sea disruption.

A warning has been issued to fishermen and Dubai Meteorological Office has advised against boating and sailing.

Beach-goers should be aware that on-shore waves will rise to a massive 4 feet (1.2metres) and will be hazardous for swimming. Off-shore waves will be as big as 9-10 feet (up to three metres).

Motorists are being warned of the hazardous driving conditions. Visibility will drop to 500m in sandy areas, because of the wind whipping up dust and sand.

Wind speeds will reach 15-20 knots, gusting to 25 knots. Temperatures will fall slightly across the Emirates because of the north-westerly winds and will average 37C.

Wind will start to moderate on Thursday evening and temperatures will rise to an average 40C on Friday.