What are the rainy cumulonimbus clouds that reached the coasts of the Sultanate of Oman?

Arab Weather - The effects of the weather conditions witnessed by the Sultanate of Oman began with the arrival of rainy cumulonimbus clouds to the Omani coasts. These dense clouds are considered one of the most important signs associated with active weather conditions that may lead to heavy rain and large precipitation over wide areas.

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What is a belt pull?

Cumulonimbus clouds are a type of cumulonimbus cloud that form on a large scale and extend over long distances, usually associated with strong weather systems such as depressions or atmospheric instability. This type of cloud forms when large masses of warm, moist air rise upward and collide with cold air in the atmosphere, causing the moisture to condense and form dense clouds with great vertical depth.

These clouds are characterized by their ability to produce large amounts of rain in a short period, and may be accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. They are called "cumulus" due to the accumulated shape they take, as they appear as mountains or hills in the sky, and usually extend along a wide horizon.

Effects of the cumulus belt pull on the Sultanate of Oman

With the arrival of these clouds to the coasts of the Sultanate of Oman, the direct impact of the weather conditions began, and it is expected that these clouds will lead to rain of varying intensity in several areas of the Sultanate, especially the coastal areas and mountains near the sea.

This weather condition is also accompanied by strong winds that may affect maritime navigation, in addition to the possibility of rising valley levels and floods in some areas, which requires caution and care by residents and the relevant authorities.

#Video | The arrival of rainy cumulonimbus clouds to the coasts of #Sultanate_of_Oman and the beginning of the effects of the weather conditions with rain reaching an average of 33 mm in the Wilayat of Sur pic.twitter.com/7rQeq62k0Z

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Reasons for the formation of these clouds at this time

The cumulus belt is formed as a result of several atmospheric factors that combine with each other. In this case, there is expected to be an interaction between a low pressure system coming from tropical or subtropical regions with warm, moist air masses coming from the Arabian Sea, which leads to the lifting of the moist air upwards, and the formation of dense cumulus clouds.

At this time of year, the surface waters of the Arabian Sea are warm, providing large amounts of moisture that contribute to increasing cloud density and strengthening the weather conditions. This phenomenon may recur sometimes during the autumn season, when the region is affected by moist air currents and storms coming from the south.

Recommendations for dealing with the effects of weather conditions in the Sultanate of Oman

As the effects of the current weather condition begin and the rainy cumulonimbus clouds reach the coasts of the Sultanate of Oman, everyone is advised to follow the following guidelines to ensure safety and reduce risks:

1. Follow the weather updates continuously
2. Avoid going out in bad weather conditions.
3. Stay away from valleys and low-lying areas.
4. Avoid marine activities.
5. Adherence to traffic safety instructions
6. Communicate with the relevant authorities when needed
7. Ensure maintenance of homes and properties
8. Do not attempt to cross valleys or flooded roads.
9. Keep an emergency kit in your car.
10. Always wear your seat belt.

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