Dubai, United Arab Emirates, braces for an unprecedented weather event as heavy rainfall unleashes chaos and disruption across the city.

Dubai Airport submerged, flights grounded amid the deluge.

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Vehicles stranded, roads impassable as the city grapples with the aftermath.

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Highest recorded precipitation in over 70 years marks a historic weather event.

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Cloud seeding operations may have contributed to the significant rainfall, sparking debate among experts.

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