Extreme Rains Cause Flooding in Dubai, Disrupting Airport Operations
Dubai Airport Diverts Flights as City Experiences Intense Storm
Flash Floods Inundate Airport and Metro Stations
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Heavy rains lashed the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday, causing widespread flooding and disrupting operations at Dubai International Airport (DXB), the world's busiest for international travel. The intense storm unleashed a year's worth of rain in a matter of hours, leading to flash flooding that left the airport and Metro stations underwater.
All flights arriving into DXB were temporarily diverted to other airports this evening as the airport worked to clear floodwaters and restore operations. A spokesperson for the airport said that DXB is now in recovery mode, but disruptions are expected to continue.
The flooding also caused significant disruptions to the city's infrastructure. Roads were turned into rivers, and rushing water inundated homes and businesses. The Dubai Metro was forced to suspend operations on several lines due to flooding at stations.
The heavy rains and flooding are a major challenge for the UAE, which experiences relatively little rainfall throughout the year. Authorities are working to assess the damage and provide assistance to those affected.
For updated information on the situation in Dubai, follow official government sources and local news outlets.
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