ABU DHABI – United Arab Emirates has issued a red alert in several regions as weather conditions worsened amid rains and thunderstorms, prompting Dubai International (DXB) Airport to divert nearly 50 flights.

The airport announced temporary diversion of inbound flights scheduled for Tuesday evening in wake of extreme weather conditions. As of late Tuesday, departures are expected to operate.

Dubai Airport is working with response teams and service partners to restore normal operations and minimize inconvenience to travelers. People are advised to check with their airlines for the latest flight information, allow extra travel time to the airport, and consider using the Dubai metro for smoother transit.

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Clips shared online show flooded runways at the airport following heavy rains across the Emirate. Major flooding on key roads to the airport has been reported, and weather forecasts indicate that the unsettled weather could continue causing delays and disruptions.

Response teams have been mobilized, and collaboration with airlines and service partners is ongoing to end the inconvenience.

Passengers were told to stay informed about their flight status, allow extra travel time, and utilize the extended operating hours of the Dubai Metro. Amid the uncertain weather conditions, Flydubai and Etihad Airways have also issued statements regarding flight disruptions and are working to minimize inconvenience to passengers.

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