Dubai Police received more than 3,385 emergency calls due to the heavy rain in the emirate.
As many as 110 traffic accidents were recorded between noon on Wednesday and 10:00 am on Thursday, but none with serious injuries.
Motorists are being urged to keep a safe distance between cars and reduce speed while driving in wet weather conditions.
Police also advised drivers to allow extra time for their journey.
GCAA completes passenger transfers after flydubai Tel Aviv suspension
The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the completion of the transfer of passengers to Tel Aviv following the temporary suspension of flydubai flights to the destination.
Dubai honours outstanding educators with Golden Visas
Dubai is recognising outstanding educators with Golden Visas under an initiative directed by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence.
UAE condemns Israeli excavation, fortification works in Syrian territory
The UAE has condemned Israeli forces' resumption of excavation and bulldozing operations, as well as the construction of fortifications, in Syrian territory in the area referred to as the 'Sufa 53 line'.
UAE-Jordan partnership advances with major railway project
King Abdullah II of Jordan and His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, have witnessed the groundbreaking ceremony for the Aqaba–Al-Shidiyeh–Maan Railway Project in Aqaba.
UAE leaders mark World Teachers' Day with special message for educators
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages commending the role of educators in "shaping future generations" on the occasion of World Teachers' Day.
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