Dubai storms: Police aid amid floods and community spirit

Relax, Dubai's got the rains covered

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Karishma H. Nandkeolyar, Assistant Online Editor
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Dubai Police on 24/7 alert as rain floods streets
Dubai Police on 24/7 alert as rain floods streets

This weekend saw shock rains and even floods in some areas of the Emirates. However, it was also a time of community, where people showed up for one another.

The Dubai Police was also on hand – alert at the height of the stormy weather – helping people navigate the deluge and get home without major issues.

While some roads and communities saw waterlogging, the police came to their aid, helping tankers pump water out of areas crucial to smooth traffic flow. The efforts to keep normalcy are ongoing. Dubai Police has put out a video showing its officers in action, on the roads, offering a helping hand. Check it out below:

Meanwhile, winds are expected to be between light and moderate. Decided to bunker down at home over the weekend? There’s tonnes that can keep both you and the littles occupied. We’ve got lists of Hollywood and Bollywood movies, and activities that will make you feel warm and fuzzy inside.

But if you’ve got a touch of cabin fever and want to head outdoors, don’t worry, we’ve got you sorted then too, with our list of fun (and festive) things to do.

So relax and unwind and do what weekends are meant to do for you- recharge your mind.

Karishma H. Nandkeolyar
Karishma H. NandkeolyarAssistant Online Editor
Karishma Nandkeolyar is a lifestyle and entertainment journalist with a lifelong love for storytelling — she wrote her first “book” at age six and has been chasing the next sentence ever since. Known for her sharp wit, thoughtful takes, and ability to find the humor in just about anything, she covers everything from celebrity culture and internet trends to everyday lifestyle moments that make you go, “Same.” Her work blends insight with a conversational tone that feels like catching up with your cleverest friend — if your friend also had a deadline and a latte in hand. Off-duty, Karishma is a proud dog mom who fully believes her pup has a personality worth documenting, and yes, she does narrate those inner monologues out loud. Whether she’s writing features, curating content, or crafting the perfect headline, Karishma brings curiosity, creativity, and just the right amount of sarcasm to the mix.

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