Heavy rains have caused havoc in the UAE, flooding virtually as the first-ever flash floods in Oman and UAE. As a result, flights were severely disrupted at Dubai International Airport. The airport, a major travel hub, was hit by road logjams and flight cancellations, which caused passengers to show frustration and impatience.
Moreover, DXB airport operates on a very limited scale with some arrivals but not functioning fully. The authorities have opened Terminal 1 for inbound international flights on foreign carriers, but Terminal 3 is currently serving the check-ins for Emirates flies and the flydubai flight. Meanwhile, we face a great deal of delay due to IATA standard procedures, which require travellers to complete check-in and others who are waiting.
The heavy rainfall, which has not happened in many years in the UAE, has caused a long crowd on the roads connecting Abu Dhabi to Dubai. Left without a proper information network, people become desperate and take to social media platforms to vent their concerns, saying they must deal with a lengthy ticket processing time and a lack of information.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai, was the first to admit the magnitude of the crisis. He, however, applauded the national spirit and dedication that Emirates and expatriates displayed. Organisers are constantly clearing the areas with a backlog of water from the roads and compensating all the afflicted individuals.
The President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has detailed a directive to the national authorities to detect any possible damage to the country’s infrastructure, especially the harm caused by the strong windstorm. Assistance will be given to emotional families regarding their relocation to secure places.
High rates of thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds will also slow the recovery process. However, the natural condition of this pandemic crisis remains, so our country does not hesitate to face this challenge.
