Dubai: Dubai Municipality (DM) on Thursday evening said it is ready for the rainy season, with teams, machinery and systems working around the clock to keep residents, visitors and property safe.

The announcement comes as the UAE heads into a cooler, more changeable weekend.

According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), clouds are expected to build over eastern and northern parts of the country, with a chance of rain on Saturday and Sunday.

Temperatures will also begin to drop gradually.

Ready for action

DM has activated what it describes as a comprehensive, proactive response system, covering operational and technical plans, maintenance and cleaning of stormwater drainage networks and inlets, and preparations at wastewater treatment plants.

The municipality’s field teams, equipment and operational systems have also been strengthened to respond quickly to emergency reports, manage rainwater accumulation and adapt to changing weather conditions.

What is on the ground

The field force includes…