The Public Prosecution has warned motorists who cross the wadis and low-lying areas despite warnings from the authorities.
"Intentionally crossing wadis that may risk your life and also the lives of the passengers is a crime punishable by imprisonment for three months and a fine of RO500.
Washing away of cars with people was the reason behind three of the five deaths that were reported after cyclone Mekunu lashed the Dhofar governorate last week.
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