Dubai announced work from home for civil servants on May 2 and 3.
Abu Dhabi:
Days after the UAE witnessed flooding in April, heavy rains returned to the country, with several flights canceled and delayed in and out of Dubai, while people and students were asked to work and study from home, the UAE reported. Khaleej Times.
An orange alert was issued on Thursday as heavy rain and thunderstorms hit the UAE. In recent days, the UAE has been preparing for this wave of unstable weather, which is expected to peak on May 2, until May 3.
People have been advised to take safety measures across all sectors. Schools are on distance learning, while companies have been asked to allow people to work from home. Parks and beaches were closed.
Dubai announced work from home for government employees on May 2 and 3 due to unstable weather conditions prevailing in the emirate, according to Khaleej Times.
On Wednesday, the UAE’s disaster management authority reiterated the country’s readiness to face the upcoming weather conditions. He stated that all relevant agencies are ready to address expected climate fluctuations by implementing measures.
Earlier, an NCM expert said that the impending weather conditions are not expected to be the same as the rains recorded on April 16. Authorities discussed the precautionary measures that should be taken during this period.
The UAE announced on Wednesday that students will have online classes for all public schools on May 2 and 3 in the country due to the prevailing weather conditions.
Additionally, the government announced that all private schools in Dubai will have online learning on May 2 and 3 due to the expected unstable weather conditions. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) announced that the decision is applicable to all private schools, nurseries and universities.
Five inbound flights to Dubai Airport were diverted overnight, while 9 arrival and four outbound flights were cancelled, according to Dubai Airport spokesperson, Khaleej Times reported on May 2.
The airport spokesperson further said: “Guests departing from Dubai airports are advised to allow additional time for their journey to the airport as road congestion can be anticipated. We strongly encourage the use of the Dubai Metro to reach DXB Terminals 1 and 3, wherever feasible.”
Emirates canceled several flights due to bad weather in the UAE on Thursday. Flight operations at Dubai International Airport have been reduced.
In a statement, Emirates said: “Customers arriving or departing Dubai Airport on May 2 can expect some delays as flights are rescheduled,” the report said.
A Flydubai spokesperson said that “adverse weather conditions in Dubai on Thursday caused some delays in its operations,” Khaleej Times reported.
The spokesperson added: “Passengers are advised to allow extra time for their journey to DXB, whether traveling by car or public transport. Passengers are also advised to update their contact details via the manage booking tab and Check (flydubai website) for the latest updates on your flight.”
Sharjah-based Air Arabia has advised passengers flying from Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah to plan additional travel time to the airport due to weather conditions. Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has asked passengers using the Etihad bus service between Zayed International Airport and Dubai “to check in in advance for their transfer to allow additional time to reach the airport”.
Indian Airlines IndiGo said its flight operations were affected due to bad weather in Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Abu Dhabi. Vistara and SpiceJet also said that departures, arrivals and flights will be affected due to bad weather, the report said.
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