Alexandria is preparing for the minor flash flood, as the city of Alexandria today witnesses cold winter weather throughout the day, with expectations of light rain falling at intermittent intervals, which reflects the beginning of a change in weather conditions in preparation for the expected minor flood.
Alexandria is preparing for the Lesser Flood
The General Meteorological Authority announced that temperatures in Alexandria reached a maximum of 22 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 12 degrees Celsius, with moderate wind speeds of 26 km/hour.
Regarding the upcoming weather changes, the authority reported that low clouds will advance north of Alexandria in the coming hours, which will lead to light rain in some areas, at a time when everyone is preparing to face the weather fluctuations associated with the formation of the minor flood.
The nucleus of the smallest flood
Residents of the city of Alexandria are preparing, starting today, Wednesday, December 19, for the onset of the Minor Flash Storm, which is considered one of the most severe winter storms that affects the city. This storm lasts for five continuous days, as it is accompanied by heavy rains, strong winds, and frost, causing a severe… Air instability may affect traffic and citizens in the streets.
The Lesser Flood River is considered one of the most prominent challenges that Alexandria faces during the winter, due to its strong effects on weather conditions, especially heavy rains and strong winds that may lead to high sea waves and other repercussions on daily life.
The city’s preparations for the next year
The relevant agencies in Alexandria declared a state of extreme emergency in preparation for facing the challenges expected with the beginning of the minor flood. At a time when the city is receiving light rain today, preparations in all areas, including the sewage network, are proceeding in full swing to avoid any problems that may result from… Water pool.
The Alexandria Sanitation Company confirmed that the state of extreme emergency continues throughout the city, to ensure that no problems occur in rainwater drainage during the upcoming storm.
Officials also indicated that the relevant agencies have completed their preparations to face the expected strong winds and frost, as levels of preparedness have been raised to deal with the expected weather fluctuations.
The effects of the nucleus on daily life
It is expected that the minor flash flood will greatly affect daily activity, as the unstable weather will cause fluctuations in traffic within the city, and citizens in the streets may be affected by heavy rain and winds.
It is also expected that severe rains will cause disruptions in maritime transport due to high sea waves.
The end date of the micro-flood nucleus
The minor flood peak will last for five days, concluding on December 24, 2024, and during this period residents are advised to follow daily weather forecasts and take the necessary precautions to limit the impact of severe weather on their daily lives, especially in coastal areas.
In addition, transportation must be prepared to deal with sudden weather fluctuations.
Dates for the upcoming winter nuclei
It is worth noting that after the end of the Minor Flood Nut, it is expected that many other nuclei will follow in the coming period, such as the New Year’s Nut, which begins on January 1, 2025 and lasts for 4 days, followed by the Major Flood Nut, which begins on January 12, 2025 and lasts for 6 days. In addition to the Epiphany, which begins on January 18, 2025.
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