Dubai rains: Flights disrupted, schools closed as heavy downpour and thunderstorms soak emirate — 7 key points

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Khaleej Times, an orange alert was issued on Thursday as heavy rains and thunderstorms lashed the desert city. The National Centre of Meteorology has said that the weather scenario was not anticipated to be as severe as what the city encountered on April 16. Also Read: 'Work from home, distance learning' in Dubai due to heavy rainfall warning.

Check details Earlier this month, Dubai experienced the heaviest rains on record since 1949. However, even though the heavy downpour is expected to subside soon, the public has been urged to take precautions. “Customers arriving or departing from Dubai airport on 2 May can expect some delays as flights are rescheduled," reported PTI quoting a statement from Emirates Airlines.

Also Read: Study says it's likely climate change made Dubai downpours heavier In Dubai, the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) announced the temporary suspension of accepting requests for the entry and departure of wooden dhows in Dubai. Advisory has been issued not to sail, and avoid valley areas, and low-lying places. Motorists have been asked to exercise caution while driving vehicles.

Except for vital jobs that require presence, remote working was advised for all government and private sectors on Thursday and Friday. Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai notified bus users of the temporary suspension of intercity bus services. The Ministry of Interior has decided to close all roads leading to areas prone to flash floods and water accumulations.