Dubai Floods Force 28 India Flights Cancellations, Wash Away Luxury Cars — Top Points

Dubai Floods: At least flights were affected after the weather department’s forecast of more rain and storms in UAE.

UAE's capital, Dubai, was brought to a standstill due to heavy rainfall and flooding across several areas. ( Image Source :Getty )

Dubai Flood News: Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms have paralysed Dubai, leading to flooding in several areas and flight disruptions in the desert country. Flight operations were halted at Dubai International Airport, one of the world’s busiest airports. 

In a video that surfaced on social media, a luxury car can be seen half flooded in water due to floods caused by heavy rainfall.

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Following the weather department’s predictions of more rain and storms today, over 500 flights, both inbound and outbound, have been diverted, delayed, or cancelled, as per a report by NDTV. Among the flights witnessing disruptions, authorities have cancelled 15 flights bound for Dubai, and 13 flights to India have also been cancelled.

The rainfall and storm extended to the UAE and Bahrain after lashing Oman, where around 20 people were killed, including several children, as reported by Forbes. The death toll included an infant and 12 schoolchildren whose school bus was swept away due to the floods.

Dubai Rain: Here Are Top Points

1. According to Meteorological Department reports, Dubai witnessed approximately 20 millimetres (0.79 inches) of rain late Monday, along with the storm intensifying around 9 AM on Tuesday, as reported by the Times of India.
2. Besides the halt in-flight services, the heavy rainfall left cars stranded on flooded roads.
3. Speaking on disruptions in flight services, a Dubai Airports spokesperson said. "Flights continue to be delayed and diverted. We are working hard to recover operations as quickly as possible in very challenging conditions," as quoted by NDTV.
4. According to Dubai's flagship Emirates Airline, a halt in all check-ins for passengers in Dubai has caused travel chaos.
5. The storm has left its impact beyond Dubai, as the entire UAE and neighbouring Bahrain experienced similar chaos.
6. The residents in the UAE have been urged to remain indoors as heavy rains lash the region, leading to flooded streets and road collapses.
7. The National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has issued a directive advising residents to venture out only in cases of extreme necessity. This advisory came as the weather bureau predicted intensified unstable weather conditions, Khaleej Times reported.
8. In light of the adverse weather, schools have swiftly transitioned to online learning, and government employees have been instructed to work remotely on Tuesday and Wednesday. Motorists are advised to park their vehicles in safe, elevated locations away from flood-prone areas to avoid potential dangers.