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Known for its desert climate, Dubai faced an intense thunderstorms, sweeping through the city and other regions of the United Arab Emirates on April 16. The deluge resulted in widespread flooding, inundating major highways, airports, and even the city's futuristic driverless metro system.

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Dubai International Airport faced disruptions due to the adverse weather conditions. In an update shared on social media platform X, airport authorities announced limited operations, cautioning passengers about delays and disruptions.

Known for its arid climate, Dubai faced an unexpected deluge on April 16, resulting in widespread chaos across the city-state. The heavy rainfall inundated several places of Dubai, including its bustling Dubai International Airport and various shopping malls.

Since February, X has been inaccessible to millions of Pakistani users, following the government's move to restrict access to the social media platform citing national security concerns.

Anand Mahindra's social media post comparing flooding in Dubai to Mumbai sparked debate. Former Jet Airways CEO Sanjiv Kapoor criticized the analogy, citing Dubai's infrastructure. However, some defended Mahindra, stating he was highlighting weather challenges in modern cities. The debate reflects differing views on Dubai's preparedness for extreme weather events.

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Since the 1990s, the UAE has employed cloud seeding to enhance rainfall, prompting speculation about its potential role in the historic flooding experienced in Dubai.

Witnesses described the Biblical levels of flooding as apocalyptic scenes in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as heavy rainfall, amounting to more than 4.7 inches before 4 pm, inundated the region. Roads surrounding the airport were submerged, giving the impression of luxury cars 'floating' through the flooded streets.