Financial and other necessary assistance will be provided by the Philippine government for the next of kin

The Philippine Consulate General (PCG) confirmed to Khaleej Times on Wednesday that the bodies of three Filipinos who perished in the adverse weather last month will be returned this week.

“One of the deceased is scheduled for repatriation tomorrow (Thursday) while the other two are expected to be repatriated on Friday,” the Assistance to the Nationals (ATN) section of the PCG said.

The Philippine government would offer financial support and other essential aid to the next of kin.

Three Filipinos – one male in Dubai and two female in Sharjah – died following the torrential rain that hit the UAE on April 16. “In Dubai, a 47-year-old Filipino male worker tragically succumbed to a fatal vehicular accident on a road damaged by heavy rains on Tuesday (April 16) night . Additionally, Sharjah Police have confirmed the passing of two Filipinas who lost their lives while inside a vehicle submerged in floodwaters,” the PCG said in an earlier statement.

"Please continue to be alert."

In the meantime, the PCG has reminded their kababayan, or countrymen, “to take necessary precautions to ensure personal safety and well-being” on Thursday and Friday due to the anticipated bad weather around the nation.

“(We) wish to remind all Filipino residents and visitors to exercise caution and prioritise safety amidst the expected inclement weather in the UAE over the coming days. Please remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure personal safety and well-being during this period,” the PCG said.

“We would like to advise and remind our kababayans to keep safe and don’t take unnecessary risks. Take note and obey the safety reminders of the UAE government in order to prevent any incidents and injuries,” added Philippine Labour Attaché John Rio A. Bautista.

As the nation's unpredictable weather reaches its climax, the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has urged companies in both the public and commercial sectors to permit their staff to work from home.