After two days of intense rain that left much of the city immobile, Dubai is still dealing with the repercussions. The rain on Tuesday was described as "a historic weather event" by the state-run news agency WAM, surpassing "anything documented since the start of data collection in 1949." Between Monday and Tuesday, the city received 1.5 years' worth of rain, according to meteorological data gathered at Dubai International Airport.
The rains started late on Monday, drenching Dubai's roads and beaches with about 20 millimeters (0.79 inches) of rain. Tuesday saw it get even stronger, and by the end of the day, Dubai was drenched in almost 142 millimeters (5.59 inches) of rain. In contrast, Dubai International Airport receives 94.7 millimeters (3.73 inches) of rain on average per year.
Here are the latest updates on Dubai rains
During Tuesday's storm that flooded the runway, operations at Dubai Airport, a significant travel hub, were hampered, according to Reuters.
Although foreign airlines are now able to receive inbound aircraft at Terminal 1, the airport reported that many other planes are still experiencing delays and disruptions.
According to Khaleej Times, a number of people left their cars behind as the city's water levels rose. A local told the newspaper, "I watched helplessly as the water level kept rising, submerging my car."
According to UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the safety and security of his country's residents continue to be its top concern.
In addition, he issued an order directing the relocation of impacted families to safe places in coordination with local authorities and directing that all families affected by the extreme weather receive the appropriate help, as reported by Gulf News.
A study of the nation's infrastructure has also been requested by the president of the UAE.
Additionally, the government has extended remote work for all federal employees until Friday.
Meanwhile, the UAE's National Center of Meteorology has denied accusations that cloud seeding is to blame for the country's excessive rainfall in Dubai and other regions.
"No, cloud seeding was not done," senior meteorologist Dr. Habib Ahmed of the meteorological station said to Gulf News. He also asked people to reject the false information that is being disseminated.
Weather experts predict that things will remain stable over the next few days, while there may be a few overcast days in the city, as reported by Gulf News.
