Muscat: Continuous heavy rains in Oman turned into floods in which dozens of vehicles were swept away, leading to an increase in the death toll.
According to Arab media, rains and floods caused widespread destruction in the northern and eastern regions of Oman. The continuous rains have turned into floods.
Incessant rains and floods in Oman have brought normal life to a standstill, while employees have been directed to work from home to deal with any untoward situation.
The flash flood reached the main highway and swept away dozens of vehicles, including a school bus. Later, more than a dozen bodies, including school children, were recovered from these vehicles.
Dead bodies are being found during rescue operations. The fear of increasing the number of casualties is being expressed. A total of 17 people were killed and many injured in heavy rains and floods in Oman.
