The Kuwait Ports Authority (KPA) has announced the temporary suspension of maritime traffic at Shuwaikh and Shuaiba ports due to adverse weather conditions.

The decision to suspend maritime traffic was made to ensure the safety of port personnel and facilities, as weather conditions worsened. Reduced horizontal visibility and wind speeds reaching up to 82 kilometers per hour prompted the KPA to take this precautionary step.

Earlier in the day, the Meteorological Department reported active winds across Kuwait, with horizontal visibility reduced to zero in some areas. The Acting Director of the Meteorological Department, Dharar Al-Ali, stated that satellite images and weather radar indicated that most areas of the country were affected by low and medium clouds, interspersed with cumulus clouds. Winds exceeded 70 kilometers per hour, with gusts reaching more than 100 kilometers per hour. Visibility was reduced to less than 1,000 meters in certain areas.

Al-Ali anticipated a gradual improvement in weather conditions over the next few hours, with dust and the possibility of scattered light rain continuing until Monday. Residents are advised to stay informed through official channels.

The suspension of operations at the ports is a precautionary measure taken to safeguard maritime navigation and port facilities. The KPA emphasized that it will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary.

The Meteorological Department has urged residents and maritime operators to exercise caution due to the prevailing weather conditions and to stay informed through official channels for the latest updates.