Dubai Struck by a Year's Worth of Rain in a Single Day, Causing Severe Flooding
Heavy Downpours Inundate Roads, Businesses, and Homes
Tuesday's Heavy Rains Lash United Arab Emirates, Causing Widespread Flooding
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - April 16, 2024 - Unprecedented heavy rainfall has unleashed immense flash flooding across Dubai, turning roads into rivers and flooding homes and businesses. The deluge has left major highways impassable, stranding vehicles and disrupting transportation. The United Arab Emirates Meteorological Centre (NCM) has issued severe weather warnings, urging residents to take precautions.
The torrential rains began on Tuesday morning, with more than 120mm (4.7 inches) of rain falling in the city-state within a matter of hours. The downpour has caused widespread flooding, with water inundating low-lying areas and overflowing retention ponds. Dubai International Airport has been forced to divert arriving flights due to the flooding on the tarmac.
Local authorities are responding to the flooding, deploying emergency crews to assist stranded motorists and evacuate affected residents. Schools and businesses have been closed, and residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
"We have not seen rainfall like this in Dubai in decades," said a spokesperson for the NCM. "The flooding has caused significant disruptions, but our priority is to ensure the safety and well-being of our citizens and residents."
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