The United Arab Emirates experienced an unprecedented deluge on Tuesday last week, with Dubai receiving over 14 cm of rain in a single day, equivalent to the region’s annual rainfall.
The heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding, leading to disruptions in travel and cargo operations.
At Dubai International Airport (DXB), arrivals were temporarily halted as standing water covered taxiways, causing travel chaos. Passengers struggled to reach terminals due to flooded roads surrounding the airport.
dnata, in collaboration with partners and authorities, worked diligently to mitigate the impact of the inclement weather on cargo operations.
However, the adverse conditions led to flight disruptions and delays in cargo connections.
DXB advised passengers to avoid the airport unless absolutely necessary, with flights experiencing delays and diversions. Limited transportation options and challenging conditions prolonged the recovery process.
Emirates SkyCargo faced operational challenges, including flight cancellations and delays in cargo connections.
The airline apologized for the inconvenience and assured affected customers of support in restoring scheduled operations.
Authorities and communities continued debris clearance efforts on Wednesday following the torrential rainfall, which tragically resulted in at least one fatality.
