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Photos: Dubai drivers brace for slippery roads as rain continues

Dubai Police advise motorists to follow safety guidelines to avoid accidents

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Ahmed Ramzan, Senior Visual Journalist ; Ahmad Alotbi, Visual Journalist and Clint Egbert, Senior Visual Journalist
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Vehicles drive through flooded street.
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Vehicles and residents as rain floods parts of Dubai.
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A road warning sign for slippering roads.
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Vehicles stuck in traffic due to constant rain.
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Vehicles and residents as rain floods parts of Dubai.
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Lightning strikes world's tallest man-made structure, Burj Khalifa.
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Lightning streaks across the Dubai cityscape.
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Extreme weather conditions pose many challenges for motorists, but with a few key precautions, you can ensure a safe and smooth journey.
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Drive cautiously in the rain, and stay safe on the roads.
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Slick roads and limited visibility create hazardous driving conditions.
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Navigating wet roads requires extra vigilance.
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Road and public service departments across the seven emirates have issued multiple safety advisories for motorists driving in rain-affected areas.
Ahmad Alotbi, Visual Journalist

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