The Meteorological office in Dubai yesterday said the United Arab Emirates (UAE) would not be affected by a cyclonic storm approaching the Arabian Peninsula, but the Sultanate of Oman has put its army and police on high alert. According to the Meteorological office, no cyclone alert has been issued in the UAE according to a report in the daily 'Khaleej Times.' The office report said the storm is heading northwest and could strike either the south-eastern coast of Oman, or Pakistan, the UAE news agency "WAM" reported. The super cyclonic storm Gonu is expected to weaken before reaching the land. The forecaster said the cyclone will, however, result in some rains and windy conditions in the UAE.
