Severe โWeather Disrupts Maritime Traffic, Impacts coastal Regions of Egypt
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Cairo, Egypt – october 26, 2025 โข – Egypt’s Meteorological Authority โhas issued warnings of disruptive weather conditions expected today across several governorates, impacting maritime โnavigation and road travel.The warnings โspecifically highlight potential hazards along the Mediterranean and Red Sea coasts.
Mediterranean Coast Disruption
Meteorological maps indicate a significant disruption to maritime traffic along portions of the Mediterranean coast, particularly in the areasโ of Matrouh, el Alamein, Alexandria,โฃ and Baltim. Authorities are advising caution and potential closures ofโ beaches due to โelevated wave heights, prioritizing public safety.
Regional Weatherโ Forecasts
Greater Cairo and areas north of Upper Egypt โare forecast to experience hot and humid conditions. โ Southern regions of the country, including southern Sinai, will beโฃ very hot. Humidity is expected to increase during nighttime and early โmorning hours โacross these areas.
Dense Fog Advisory
Drivers are warned of the potential for dense fog formation between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM on roadways leading toโ the northern coasts, along marine routes, and in the Greater Cairo area.The Meteorology Authority recommends drivers partially open โcarโ windowsโ toโข minimize internal condensation, utilize โฃfog lights for improved visibility, continuously use windshield wipers, employ low-beam headlights, and maintain increased following distances to ensure the safety of allโฃ road users.
wave Heights and Maritime Restrictions
Strong winds are anticipated along theโฃ beaches of Matrouh, El Alamein, and Alexandria, with wave heights expected to reach 2.25 metersโ above sea โขlevel. Furthermore, the Meteorology Authority has cautioned about disruptions to maritime navigation on the Red โSea coast and the Gulf of Suez, where wave heights are projected to reach 3 meters.
These โconditions are occurring as seasonal shifts begin, with some observers noting the early arrival of autumnal weatherโ patterns.