Dubai Flood: City Hit By Year's Worth Of Rainfall In A Single Day, Flash Floods Cause Chaos

Published: Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 06:35 [IST]

Dubai experienced heavy rainfall on Tuesday, receiving a year’s worth of rain in just one day. The intense rainfall led to widespread flash flooding across the city. Checkout the images here.

Nearly 50 millimeters (2 inches) of rain fell in Dubai over six hours rain

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Nearly 50 millimeters (2 inches) of rain fell in Dubai over six hours—a heavy amount considering the country’s average annual precipitation is under 120 millimeters (4.7 inches).

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Dubai’s major international airport, DXB, diverted scores of incoming flights due to the flooding rain in the region.

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Flagship shopping centers like Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates suffered flooding. Some roads collapsed, and residential communities were hit by heavy flooding.

Dubai Roads to the airport were badly flooded, impacting traffic

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Roads to the airport were badly flooded, impacting traffic. The National Center for Meteorology urged residents to take precautions and stay away from flooded areas.

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Dubai, known for its arid climate and intense summer heat, faced significant disruption as roads submerged, and daily life came to a standstill during this extraordinary weather event.

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The heavy rainfall caused damage to roads, bridges, and other infrastructure. Some areas experienced road collapses due to the force of the water.

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Many residential areas were inundated, leading to water entering homes and buildings. Residents faced challenges in evacuating and protecting their property.