Heavy rain in the UAE continues to disrupt the country with motorists being warned about safety and some schools even closing for the rest of the week.
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Schools in Sharjah and Fujairah sent children home at noon on Wednesday and cancelled scheduled field trips.
Students of government schools in Ras Al Khaimah will have remote leatrning due to the unstable weather. The Local Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Team in the emirate said students will learn from home on January 26 and 27 (Thursday and Friday).
The move will ensure the safety of students and school staff, the Ras Al Khaimah Police said in a social media post.
The northern emirate of Fujairah has also announced remote learning in government schools on Thursday and Friday (January 26 and 27) due to the unstable weather conditions. The decision was taken by authorities to preserve the safety of students, teachers and administrative staff.