Hey there, did you hear about the unexpected weather twist in the UAE? 🌦️ Authorities and communities are rolling up their sleeves today, clearing debris after rare torrential rains led to floods and unfortunately, at least one person has lost their life.
The storm was no joke! The national meteorology center reported that Al Ain, a city on the UAE-Oman border, saw a record-breaking 254 millimeters of rain in less than 24 hours. That's the most since records started way back in 1949! 📅
Because the UAE isn't used to such heavy downpours, many roads turned into rivers, making it a wild ride for commuters. 🛣️ The country usually sees rain only a few times a year, so this was a total curveball.
While some folks wondered if cloud seeding played a part, the national meteorology center denied any recent operations. 🌩️ But it does make you think about how our climate is changing, right? Scientists have been saying that rising global temperatures are leading to more extreme weather events like this one.
For now, the main focus is on getting everything back to normal. Emergency workers are out there draining roads and helping affected families. 💪 Let's hope things dry up soon and everyone stays safe!
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Clean up begins after at least one dead in heavy UAE rain, floods
cgtn.com
