Photos: UAE residents wake up to heavy rains, thunder in Dubai
Friday began on a wet note for residents, though things began to look up by mid-morning
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The city of Dubai witnessed a dazzling spectacle of crackling skies.
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Lightning strikes Burj Khalifa in Dubai on Friday early morning.
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UAE residents bore witness to an extraordinary display of nature's power. Thunder rumbled and lightning streaked across the skies, casting an awe-inspiring spectacle.
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These atmospheric theatrics prompted the UAE Meteorological Office to issue both yellow and orange alerts, forewarning the populace of impending rain clouds blanketing the nation.
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In the wake of a torrential Friday morning, Dubai was treated to a mesmerizing sight: a resplendent rainbow graced the skyline, a radiant symbol of hope emerging from the deluge. However, this meteorological drama was far from over.
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As the day unfolded, Friday unleashed an encore of nature's wrath, with thunder, lightning, and ceaseless rain commanding the stage, captivating the diverse landscapes of the UAE.
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Nilanjana G. Javed, Editorial Liaison Manager, Clint Egbert (Senior Visual Journalist), Ahmed Ramzan (Senior Visual Journalist) and Ahmad Alotbi (Visual Journalist)
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