Safety guidelines, helplines issued by Qatar authorities during rain

Doha, Qatar: As the Qatar Meteorology Department forecasts rain accompanied by thunder and wind in the country, various government bodies have issued...

Doha, Qatar: As the Qatar Meteorology Department forecasts rain accompanied by thunder and wind in the country, various government bodies have issued safety guidelines and helpline contact details. 

The Ministry of Interior advised motorists to reduce their speed and use windshield wipers and to avoid overtaking while driving in the rain. It also urged drivers to maintain a safe distance to avoid rear-end collisions and to use brakes gradually to slow down. 

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"Do not be tricked by water puddles and do not attempt to test them," the Ministry warned in a social media post.