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Heavy rains have wreaked havoc in Brazil’s southernmost state of Rio Grande do Sul, claiming the lives of 37 people. The toll is expected to rise as dozens remain missing. The floods have also displaced over 23,000 individuals and affected nearly half of the state’s 497 cities. Streets have transformed into rivers, while roads and bridges have been destroyed. Landslides and the partial collapse of a dam have exacerbated the situation. A second dam is at risk of collapsing, prompting evacuations. The weather pattern, influenced by both tropical and polar atmospheres, has intensified due to climate change. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva visited the state to assess the damage and coordinate rescue efforts.

Heavy rains and thunderstorms have returned to the United Arab Emirates after recent flooding, leading to flight cancellations and delays into and out of Dubai. Authorities have issued an orange alert and advised the public to take safety measures, with schools and companies implementing distance learning and work-from-home arrangements. The unstable weather conditions are expected to peak on May 2-3, and officials have emphasized the readiness of relevant agencies to tackle the situation.

Heavy rains in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul have taken a tragic turn, with the death toll rising to 29 as of Thursday night. Another 60 people remain missing. The devastation has also forced more than 10,000 residents to evacuate their homes, and electricity and water cuts have been reported across the state. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva visited the affected areas to express solidarity.

Amidst a powerful storm, Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports face travel chaos with numerous flights delayed and canceled due to heavy rains and storms early Thursday. Over 20 flights were canceled and 25 delayed at Dubai International Airport, and three flights were delayed at Zayed International Airport. Weather disruptions are expected to continue until May 3rd, with flooded streets, thunder, and lightning reported in parts of Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

Heavy rains have once again struck the United Arab Emirates, leading to school and office closures. The downpours, accompanied by strong winds, have caused flooding in parts of Dubai, including the emirate’s financial hub. The city’s airport has also been affected, with flights canceled and diverted. While the rainfall is not as severe as the record-breaking downpours in April, it highlights the country’s vulnerability to climate change-related extreme weather events.