Powerful Flash Floods Sweep From Nuweiba Toward Central Sinai

Powerful flash floods have swept through parts of southern and central Sinai in recent hours, following rainfall and winter weather described as unprecedented for the region.

Floodwaters are flowing from the Nuweiba area toward central Sinai, moving through mountain passes and valleys.

The flooding was described as unlike anything previously witnessed in Sinai, with strong torrents crossing the rugged landscape.

The available account did not provide details of casualties, damage or road closures, nor did it indicate how long the severe weather was expected to last.