Historic rainstorm in UAE causes flooding, flight disruptions, fatalities
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Emergency workers cleared flooded roads in the UAE after a historic rainstorm. Dubai Airport faced flight disruptions, and major roads were flooded. The storm, the heaviest in 75 years, caused significant damage, trapping residents and disrupting traffic. One person died in the UAE, and 20 in Oman. Climate experts attribute the extreme weather to global warming. Authorities are assessing the damage and providing support to affected families.