Dubai, the glittering desert city-state known for its towering skyscrapers and luxurious lifestyle, has been brought to a standstill by an unexpected force of nature – heavy rainfall and widespread flooding.
The extreme weather conditions have not only disrupted daily life for residents but have also thrown a wrench in the plans of the global crypto community, as two major conferences, TOKEN2049 and Blockchain Life, faced significant challenges due to the deluge.
TLDR
- Heavy rainfall and flooding disrupted the TOKEN2049 and Blockchain Life crypto conferences in Dubai.
- Dubai received more than a year’s worth of rain within 24 hours, causing widespread flooding and disruption to daily life.
- Major highways and Dubai International Airport were flooded, with the airport halting arrivals and passengers struggling to reach terminals.
- Schools were closed, and most government workers worked from home due to the severe…
