UAE: Powerful Storm Batters Emirates With Heavy Rain, Flooding and Lightning Overnight

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UAE: Powerful Storm Batters Emirates With Heavy Rain, Flooding and Lightning Overnight

A powerful storm system swept across the UAE, bringing heavy rain, lightning, hail, and strong winds to multiple emirates including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah on Thursday night, March 26 into Friday, March 27. The overnight heavy rain flooded roads across Dubai, leaving some motorists stranded and disrupting the morning commute.

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