Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:05pm on 16 Apr 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment
Heavy rain wreaked havoc in Dubai, flooding streets, malls, and halting airport operations briefly. Landmarks like Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates were inundated, with ankle-deep water even at a metro station. Schools across the UAE remained closed due to anticipated further storms. Dubai airport, the world's busiest, suspended operations for 25 minutes, canceling over 50 flights. The Asian Champions League semi-final,due to be hosted in Al Ain was postponed. Inland areas recorded over 80mm of rain, with climate change warnings reiterated. Bahrain also affected. Oman's death toll climbed to 18, with two still missing, mostly from flash floods.
