UAE Weather Update: Dubai Police and RAK Government Confirm Loud Sounds As Thunder Due to Current Weather Conditions, Rule Out Security Threat
The Dubai police and Ras Al Khaimah government confirmed that loud sounds heard across the UAE on March 23 were thunder caused by unstable weather, not a security threat. Authorities urged residents to ignore rumours and rely on official government channels for alerts, noting that any genuine emergency would trigger the National Early Warning System.
Dubai, March 23: The Ras Al Khaimah government and Dubai Police issued statements today, March 23, confirming that loud sounds reported across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are simply thunder caused by ongoing weather fluctuations. Both agencies stressed there is no security threat and urged residents to rely only on official sources for updates. The Ras Al Khaimah Government Media Office posted early Monday that current weather patterns may produce thunder and similar sounds due to atmospheric changes.
"These sounds are normal and expected under such weather conditions," the office stated. It added that any genuine threat would trigger immediate alerts through the National Early Warning System. "We urge everyone to obtain information only from official sources and to refrain from spreading rumors," the office added. The post included an official graphic and called on the public to avoid spreading unverified information. Dubai Weather Forecast: Unstable Conditions Predicted From March 23 to March 27; Safety Advisory Issued.
These Sounds Are Normal and Expected Under Such Weather Conditions, Says Ras Al Khaimah Government
Given the Current Weather Conditions Across the Country, Thunder Is Expected
Dubai Police Echoes Safety Message
A few minutes later, the Dubai Police reinforced the message, noting thunder is expected nationwide because of the same weather system. "If there are any important updates or warnings, authorities will make sure to share them with you right away," the Dubai police said. The statement carried the hashtag #YourSafetyOurPriority and repeated the advice to use only official channels.
Shared Appeal to Stop Rumours
Both official accounts highlighted a common concern: preventing the spread of misinformation during unsettled weather. The Ras Al Khaimah Government Media Office and the Dubai police reminded residents that verified warnings would come directly from government systems rather than social media speculation. Dubai Gold Rate Today: 18K, 22K, 24K Gold Prices for March 23, 2026.
The coordinated messages appear to be aimed at calming any public unease triggered by the audible thunder, which has been part of the UAE's recent variable weather patterns. No further alerts had been issued by mid-afternoon local time.
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