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Dubai Airport Chaos: Floods and Record Rainfall Cause Travel Disarray

Record rains and flooding in Dubai disrupt airport operations and travel plans, creating chaos in the UAE.

Dubai International Airport is currently facing unprecedented challenges as historic weather conditions have led to severe flooding. The arid United Arab Emirates, known for its dry climate, is reeling from record rains that have paralyzed transportation systems and caused significant disruptions to travelers. Photos capturing the flood chaos in Dubai highlight the magnitude of the storm that has dumped the heaviest rain ever recorded in the desert nation.

The UAE is experiencing a crisis as heavy rainfall, equivalent to what it typically receives in a year-and-a-half, engulfs the region in water. Schools have been affected, highways are flooded, and even Dubai's international airport has been brought to a standstill. The situation has been described as 'carnage' at the airport, with travelers urged to stay away to avoid further complications.

Amidst the chaos, the UAE government has denied cloud seeding as the cause of the torrential rainfall, attributing it to a natural weather phenomenon. The National Centre of Meteorology clarified that while they tracked the incoming heavy rain, they did not engage in cloud seeding during that period. This natural disaster has caused travel chaos in Dubai, impacting 28 India-bound flights and bringing the financial hub of the Middle East to a halt.

In a rare occurrence, heavy thunderstorms have swept across the desert nation of the UAE, setting a new record for the heaviest rainfall within a few hours. The widespread flooding and travel disruptions have created a state of emergency in the region, affecting not only transportation but also infrastructure and daily life in Dubai and neighboring areas.