Photos show heavy rain and severe flooding in the United Arab Emirates
United(UAL) CNBC·2024-04-17 14:38
Storms and heavy rain have caused flooding in some Gulf states, leading to the Tuesday closure of Dubai's airport — one of the busiest in the world.The United Arab Emirates, usually known for its hot and sunny weather, reportedly saw over 100 mm of rain in a 24-hour period, marking a 75-year record since the country began logging rainfall.The local government also issued a red warning and shuttered offices, school and banks. The storms hit other parts of the Middle East, with at least 19 dead in Oman due to ...