New Delhi: Singer Rahul Vaidya was in Dubai recently. The former reality show contestant took to his social media handle to share glimpses of his harrowing experience in the UAE after the heavy downpour that brought Dubai to a standstill on Tuesday.
Rahul Vaidya shares his experience after heavy downpour in Dubai
The former Bigg Boss 14 contestant shared in an Instagram story, "It rained for just two hours and look at the situation. Dubai isn't accustomed to heavy rainfall. Someone mentioned that a similar downpour occurred in 2008. Cars are stuck, and there are no taxis. Everything has halted.”
Sharing a picture with another man who helped him reach the airport in time, he wrote, "Thank you my first family in Dubai…@mansiharshil and @ronilrishi for bailing me out…and helping me reach the airport when the whole of Dubai has come to a standstill!”
He also posted pictures of Dubai airport and from inside his flight before it took off.
About Dubai rains
The United Arab Emirates experienced its heaviest rainfall on record on Tuesday. The heavy downpour led to flight cancellations and delays at the airport, leaving travelers stranded.
According to the National Centre of Meteorology, the eastern emirate of Al Ain experienced the highest level of rainfall, measuring 254.8 mm (10 inches) in less than 24 hours. This rainfall broke records, with the UAE witnessing over 100 mm, marking a 75-year record since rainfall measurements began in the country.
The government issued a red warning, leading to closures of offices, schools, and banks nationwide. The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Authority advised residents to remain indoors and park their vehicles in elevated areas to avoid flood-prone zones. They also recommended taking precautionary measures to minimize property damage from heavy rain and hailstorms.
About Rahul Vaidya
Rahul Vaidya rose to fame as the second runner-up of the first season of the singing reality show Indian Idol. He has also been part of other reality shows like Bigg Boss 14 and Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 11 as a contestant.
The popular singer is married to television actress Disha Parmar. The couple welcomed their first child, a baby girl, in September last year.