Egypt to experience rain, thunderstorms, and flash floods starting Sunday

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) predicts that the country will be affected by a low-pressure system and a widespread rainy spell, impacting various regions from Sunday through next Wednesday. Satellite imagery indicates the presence of thunderclouds over parts of the southern Red Sea mountain ranges—specifically near Ras Banas and Abu Ramad—accompanied by rainfall of varying intensity. Intermittent rains are also expected over the cities of Halayeb and Shalateen. Rainy weather forecast Weather maps suggest that this extensive rainy spell, which encompasses areas surrounding both the Mediterranean and the Red Sea, could potentially lead to flash floods. The conditions are expected to begin this Sunday evening and continue into Monday, affecting the Red Sea region, South Sinai, and Upper Egypt. Starting Wednesday, these conditions will affect the Mediterranean coast, the Nile Delta, the Suez Canal region, and North Sinai, potentially extending to parts of Greater Cairo, northern Upper Egypt, and the New Valley Governorate. The EMA has also issued warnings regarding thunderstorms—including lightning and downdrafts—in these areas, with a particular focus on South Sinai, the Red Sea mountain range, Aswan, and the southern part of Upper Egypt (Aswan and the southern reaches of Luxor). It has urged citizens to take necessary precautions and preparations to mitigate the impact of the weather, and to stay updated by following the latest bulletins issued by the EMA. Edited translation from Al-Masry Al-Youm