North Sinai has stepped up all preparations to face the consequences of the bad weather expected to sweep the governorate within hours.

Secretary-general of the governorate and supervisor of the main operation room Major General Sameh Eissa said that all bodies and services were prepared to deal with the bad weather.

Also, precautionary measures were taken to face possible flash floods, Eissa added.

The secretary-general said that sub-operation rooms have been formed in all cities to cope with any emergencies.

Sources: MENA