Waterlogged streets, traffic chaos as rain continues in Bahrain

The days-long rain has caused traffic to slow down in different areas, where vehicular movements were affected in many key waterlogged stretches. Officials said they were attending to complaints from citizens on a priority basis and are employing several tankers to address water logging issues.

The General Traffic Department updated commuters about traffic conditions and urged motorists to exercise extreme caution by adhering strictly to traffic laws. Road users are advised to use the correct lanes, follow the speed limits and practice safe overtake manoeuvres to ensure safety.

The Meteorological Department at the Ministry of Transportation and Communications cautioned that the weather will remain unstable today. Met officials warned to expect thunderstorms, where gusts could reach up to 30 knots.

The General Directorate of Civil Defence has called on citizens and residents to fasten loose objects that could fall from building, as there are chances of high-speed winds. Many commuters also posted their experiences and pictures of the rain on social media.

Meanwhile, the heads of the municipal councils affirmed the situation as stable in all governorates. Sayed Shubar Al-Wadaei, the head of the northern municipality, said they are closely followig up on rain gathering points and are working to minimise damages.

“We also hope that the community members will show some degree of cooperation to help facilitate the work of emergency teams.”

Muharraq Municipality President Abdulaziz Ahmed Al-Naar, said water suction pumps are in operation in some areas and confirmed that there are no heavy damages in the area.

“We have more than ten water suction tankers working around the clock.” Head of the Municipal Council in the Southern Governorate, Abdullah Ibrahim Abdul Latif, said the situation in the south is stable. He, however, pointed out: “if the heavy rains continue, the municipality may face some pressure.”