Heavy Rain Returns to Dubai as Authorities Issue Orange Alert

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May 2, 2024 at 6:14 a.m.

An orange weather alert was issued for Dubai on Thursday, May 2, as heavy rain came back to the city, local news reports said.

The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority informed residents that schools would be closed on Thursday and Friday and that people should work from home.

Footage by Richard Menezes shows heavy rain pouring down in Dubai.

The Khaleej Times said the rain was not expected to be as severe as last month’s record-setting deluge. Credit: Richard Menezes via Storyful

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