Heavy rain hits Oman, claiming at least 6 lives
A low pressure system over the Arabian Peninsula dropped heavy rain on Oman from May 18 to 22, 2019, leaving at least 6 people dead.
Oman authorities launched a massive search and rescue operation on May 18 after flash floods swept away a vehicle with 7 people inside.
4 bodies were retrieved, authorities confirmed May 23, adding that one person managed to leave the vehicle and survive by clutching to a palm tree.
The incident happened in Wadi Bani Khalid, about 200 km (124 miles) from Muscat.
Heavy rains resulted in blocked roads and stranded residents across the country.
Featured image credit: Times of Oman
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