Qatar Clears 85% of Flood Reports as Teams Work Nonstop to Drain Roads
- Publish date: Friday، 27 March 2026 Reading time: 1 min read
Ashghal deploys pumps, tankers, and crews to tackle rainwater and keep traffic moving
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Qatar’s Public Works Authority has cleared 85% of reported rainwater flooding cases, as emergency teams continue round-the-clock operations to manage the impact of heavy rainfall.
Majority of flood reports resolved
Out of 770 reported water accumulation cases, most have already been handled, with work ongoing to clear the remaining areas.
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The most affected locations include:
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Al Wakrah
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Al Wukair
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Industrial Area
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Mebaireek
Massive response on the ground
Ashghal mobilized teams early in the week, working closely with the Ministry of Interior, traffic authorities, and municipalities to respond quickly.
On-ground support includes:
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370+ water tankers
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44 mobile pumps
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Technical teams stationed across key areas
Real-time monitoring and coordination
The Rain Emergency Room is actively tracking conditions using data from Qatar’s Meteorology Department, with the heaviest rainfall recorded in:
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Al Wakrah
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Al Karaana
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Meknes
Teams are focusing on keeping main roads and tunnels clear, ensuring traffic continues to move smoothly despite the weather.
Drivers get live updates
Authorities are also updating digital traffic signs in real time to guide motorists and share safety instructions.
Preventive work already in place
Ahead of the rainy season, Ashghal carried out large-scale maintenance, including:
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Servicing 170,000+ drainage inlets
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Cleaning 658 km of drainage networks
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Maintaining 120+ tunnels
What residents should do
Drivers are urged to stay cautious during rainfall and report flooding through the Ashghal hotline or app.