(MENAFN- The Peninsula)
Doha: Reports are coming in that bad weather caused delay of some flights that are on their way to Hamad International Airport, as well as the ones which are outbound.
Qatar was hit by thundery rain and heavy wind from early morning today and intermittent rains has been reported throughout the day and more thundery rains with strong wind are predicted for tomorrow by Qatar Meteorology Department.
Qatar Airways announced through their social media platforms that some flights are affected due to bad weather.
'As always the comfort and safety of our passengers and crew is our utmost priority. All efforts are being made to minismise disruptions and ensure seamless travel for passengers where possible, The statement added.
A few passengers were seen commenting under the notification that their flights were delayed due to the heavy rain and wind.
Not all flights are affected but you can check the status online here
The full alert putout by Qatar Aiways
Bad weather in Doha is affecting some flights in and out of Hamad International Airport. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience.
As always the comfort and safety of our passengers and crew is our utmost priority. All efforts are being made to minismise disruptions and ensure seamless travel for passengers where possible.
Please be sure to check your flight status at Qatar Airways website.
Due to bad weather in Doha, please be sure to check your flight status at: https://t.co/Bk3hox26y1 pic.twitter.com/UraZ8Fa9cj
— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) March 25, 2017
The heavy rain and wind is creating havoc in the region as Emirates airlines also tweeted that Dubai airport is facing many disruptions and advices travellers to check flight status on their website.
'Disruption at Dubai International Airport due to severe weather, Emirates tweeted.
Disruption at Dubai International Airport due to severe weather. For updated flight status, please visit: https://t.co/TzLIbD4781 — Emirates Support (@EmiratesSupport) March 25, 2017
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