• The UAE and Oman have experienced severe disruptions and fatalities due to heavy rainfall and flooding. [The Guardian, CNN]

  • Record-breaking rainfall in Dubai led to significant flooding, with some areas receiving more than a year’s worth of rain in just a few hours. [The Guardian, CNN]

  • Major roads and highways were submerged, causing traffic chaos and stranding many at Dubai International Airport, including influencers. [Daily Mail, CNBC]

  • Dubai International Airport, one of the world’s busiest, was closed due to flooded runways and terminals, affecting hundreds of flights. [Times of Israel, Washington Post]

  • In Oman, the flooding has resulted in at least 12 deaths, with more people reported missing. The government has declared a state of emergency and initiated rescue operations. [New York Times, Associated Press]

  • UAE authorities have issued warnings for residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Emergency services are actively rescuing stranded individuals and addressing flood impacts. [Economic Times, Al Jazeera]

  • Climate experts link these extreme weather events to climate change, which is increasing the frequency and intensity of rainfall in the region. [CNN]

  • The flooding has caused extensive damage to infrastructure, including buildings and vehicles, and has disrupted essential services. [Washington Post, CNBC]

  • Concerns are growing about the long-term effects of the flooding on property, business operations, and emergency services. [Al-Sharq Al-Awsat, The Guardian]

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