Overall Green Flood alert in Bahrain, United Arab Emirates from 15 Apr 2024 01:00 UTC to 17 Apr 2024 01:00 UTC

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Overall Green alert Flood

in Bahrain, United Arab Emirates

Event summary

This flood can have a low humanitarian impact based on the magnitude and the affected population and their vulnerability.

GDACS ID	FL 1102582
Death:	0
Displaced:	-
Countries:	Bahrain, United Arab Emirates
From - To	15 Apr - 17 Apr

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United Arab Emirates, April 2024Heavy rain and hail caused flooding in Bahrain and United Araba Emirates from late 15 April 2024. Drivers were warned to avoid wadis (valleys) during rainfall in UAE. UAE announced remote education across the country. Several parts of the United Arab Emirates including Dubai City have been flooded, and damage and flight disruptions have been reported.Tue 16 Apr 2024DG ECHO Daily Flash (ERCC Portal)

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