2026 Oman floods
| Date | 20–30 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Cause | Heavy rainfall |
| Deaths | 10[1] |
| Injuries | Multiple |
| Missing | 1 |
In March 2026, flash flooding caused by heavy rainfall affected parts of Oman, as of March 27, 2026, seven were killed and only a person is confirmed missing.
Background
Floods have occurred repeatedly in Oman since 1977, recorded in Muscat's Wadi Adai region. Over 50 significant flood events have affected the country. The National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) reports increased frequency and severity over the past 20 years. Wadis like Wadi Adai, Wadi Kabir, and Wadi Dayqah which flow through the populated areas have caused flooding.
Flooding
Heavy rainfall began on 20 March, which has since triggered flash floods across northern Oman. The incident came as Oman faced a powerful low-pressure system, bringing rain, thunderstorms, and wind speeds of up to 155 km/h across several governorates. Overflowing wadis are also a cause of violent flash floods that have swept away multiple vehicles, disrupted transport, and submerged low-lying areas.[2]
On 22 March, four people were fatally injured, two in the Wilayat of Barka in the Al Batinah South Governorate, while search operations later confirmed the deaths of the three others.[3]
On 23 March, two children were fatally injured in Barka and Al Maawil in the Al Batinah South Governorate.[4]
On March 25, a women was killed in a flash flood in Khasab.[5]
References
- ↑ "10 dead, dozens rescued as heavy rain hits Oman". Muscat Daily. 2026-03-23. Retrieved 2026-08-23.
- ↑ Pavithran, Lekshmy (2026-03-22). "Eid tragedy in Oman: Two Keralites killed, one missing after car swept away in flash floods". Gulf News: Latest UAE news, Dubai news, Business, travel news, Dubai Gold rate, prayer time, cinema. Retrieved 2026-03-22.
- ↑ Pavithran, Lekshmy (2026-03-22). "Heavy rains in Oman: Death toll rises to four, search continues for missing". Gulf News. Retrieved 2026-03-22.
- ↑ "Six killed as rains lash Oman". Times of Oman. Retrieved 2026-03-24.
- ↑ Amir, Khitam Al (2026-03-24). "Woman killed in flash floods in Oman's Wilayat Khasab". Gulf News: Latest UAE news, Dubai news, Business, travel news, Dubai Gold rate, prayer time, cinema. Retrieved 2026-03-27.