Rainfall

**Waterlogged Dubai: Record Rainfall Shuts Down City, Strands Cars and Disrupts Flights**

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates was brought to a standstill after record rainfall caused severe disruptions, leaving cars stranded on flooded roads and homes inundated with water. The city experienced its heaviest downpour on record since 1949, according to Dubai’s media office, leading to chaos among residents. The heavy rainfall resulted in water entering expensive homes and underground car parks, leaving some buildings without power and causing widespread flooding even a day after the initial downpour. …

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Rainfall in UAE Triggers Deadly Flash Floods – What You Need to Know

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Heavy rains wreaked havoc in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, causing flash floods that resulted in at least one fatality. The sudden downpour overwhelmed the city’s drainage system, leading to widespread flooding in various areas. Emergency services were deployed to assist residents affected by the deluge and to ensure their safety. In the midst of the chaos, Dubai airport faced unprecedented flooding as the storm dumped a record amount of rain on the desert nation. The …

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Flash flooding caused by rain kills 17, including school children

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DUBAI, UAE – A sudden deluge of rain in Oman, located on the eastern fringe of the Arabian Peninsula, resulted in fatal flash floods, claiming at least 17 lives, as per reports on Monday. Among the victims were school children and their driver, whose vehicle was engulfed by the rushing waters. Forecasts predict that the neighboring United Arab Emirates, including Dubai, and other parts of the Arabian Peninsula, are also bracing for heavy downpours. According …

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California Drowns as Weeks of Record-Setting Rainfall Cause Statewide Chaos

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LOS ANGELES, California – California has been hit by a relentless series of atmospheric rivers, leading to flooding and heavy snowfall this week. The Sierra Nevada has seen several feet of snow, while lower elevations have experienced months’ worth of rainfall in just a few days. Flash flood warnings have been issued in Los Angeles and San Francisco, with some areas experiencing road closures and vehicles stranded in floodwaters. The wet weather has proven to …

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Stormwater Capture and Environmental Disaster Averted – How Water Managers Reacted to Record-Breaking Rainfall in Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, California experienced Record-breaking rainfall last week, which provided a boost for water managers busy capturing runoff to save for dry days ahead. The storm runoff swelled the Los Angeles River, but some agencies were able to capture billions of gallons of stormwater for future use. Meanwhile, some water managers were also grappling with the possibility of an environmental disaster caused by the heavy rainfall. The Los Angeles County Public Works managed to capture …

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Rainfall Totals Surge in San Diego County as Atmospheric River Hits Area – Here’s How Much Rain Has Fallen

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SAN DIEGO, CA – After the entry of an atmospheric river to the San Diego region, the National Weather Service (NWS) San Diego has forecasted a significant increase in rainfall. The heaviest rain is expected to occur Monday evening into the overnight hours, with a Flash Flood Warning in effect for Fallbrook and Rainbow, and a Moderate Flood Advisory and Watch for other areas of San Diego County. Additionally, a Moderate Flood Watch has been …

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California Braces for Rare Level 4 Storm, Widespread Flooding, and Unprecedented Rainfall

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LOS ANGELES, California – A potentially catastrophic atmospheric river event is expected to strike California this weekend, posing a significant threat of flash flooding, mudslides, damaging winds, and heavy mountain snow. Nearly 40 million people, including those in San Francisco, Sacramento, Los Angeles, and San Diego, are under flood watches as the storm approaches. The Los Angeles office of the National Weather Service issued a warning, stating that a prolonged period of heavy rain is …

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