Heavy rain in Dubai a rare phenomenon

Dubai is a city in UAE, on the Persian Gulf. A popular tourist destination

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Dubai has a hot desert climate.Summer temps avg 40°C (104°F).Winter temps avg 24°C (75°F).

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Heavy rainfall in Dubai Heaviest rain in over 30 years in 2010.Flooding, damage, and deaths.

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Causes of heavy rainfall Indian Ocean monsoon, La Niña, cyclones.

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Effects of heavy rainfall Flooding, damage, transportation disruption,Power outages, water shortages.

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Preparing for heavy rainfall Building flood defenses, improving drainage,Public education, emergency response plans.

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The future of rainfall in Dubai Climate change: more frequent, intense events.Challenges, but mitigation measures.

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Conclusion Rare but devastating heavy rainfall in Dubai.Preparation and mitigation key.

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