Dubai goes WFH for two days as heavy rains lash UAE; airports, airlines issue advisory; many roads closed
Amidst the weather warnings, Dubai Airport issued advisories, urging travelers to check flight statuses with airlines due to potential delays caused by rescheduled flights. They advised allowing extra travel time and utilizing the Dubai Metro, operational until 5 AM on Friday, for smoother commutes. Emirates Airlines echoed these precautions, cautioning travelers about possible road delays and suggesting proactive measures to mitigate travel disruptions.
Many netizens posted videos of the rainfall in Dubai.
The Dubai Government has announced that all private schools in the emirate would transition to remote learning on Thursday and Friday (2nd and 3rd May 2024) due to anticipated weather conditions.
This decision was made during a meeting of Dubai's Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management, which assessed strategies to mitigate potential impacts from the upcoming weather forecast. Additionally, the Ministry of Interior, in collaboration with National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, opted to close all roads leading to areas susceptible to flash floods, water accumulations, and dams during adverse weather conditions. They advised the public to steer clear of these zones, adhere to safety protocols, avoid mountainous, desert, and coastal areas, follow directives from competent authorities, refrain from spreading rumors, and rely on official sources for information.
The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) predicts moderate
