Global Village in Dubai reopens after rain forces shutdown
The entertainment in the location takes place in the open air, and the safety of people is also an important factor, said Saeed Ali Bin Ridha, Executive Director of the Global Village.
- WAM
- Published: 00:04 January 2, 2010
- Image Credit: Gulf News
Dubai: The Global Village opened its doors on Saturday after improved weather conditions, WAM reported, quoting officials.
Rain lashed Dubai on Friday night, prompting Global Village officials to decide to shut down the entertainment location until Saturday.
Saeed Ali Bin Ridha, Executive Director of the Global Village said on Friday that the decision to close down the village was because the entertainment in the location takes place in the open, and the safety of people is also an important factor.
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