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Oman Flash Floods Kill Two From Kerala, Search Continues for One Missing

Omani agencies remain on high alert due to the Al‑Musarrat system keeping flood risks elevated.

Overview

  • Vehicles were swept away in Wadi Al Maawil in South Al Batinah after sudden runoff, triggering large rescue efforts.
  • The deceased were identified as Yusuf and Shamla from Trithala in Kerala, and Ramla from the same town is missing.
  • Reports differ on the overall toll, with some accounts citing four deaths and Gulf News reporting three, while more than 40 people were rescued.
  • The National Committee for Emergency Management activated response mechanisms as forecasters warned of thunderstorms, hail and strong winds across multiple governorates including Muscat and South Al Batinah.
  • Indian Congress leader V.D. Satheesan asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to coordinate with Omani authorities and assist affected families.