On Tuesday, April 16th, the UAE was hit by the biggest storm the country has seen in the last 75 years. The floods took over the city, and for a minute there, it seemed like the whole country was at a standstill. However, we should be amazed and thankful for Dubai’s endless efforts to get our lives back to normal, all within a few days. Within 24th hours, most streets were completely dry; within days, buildings were back with electricity. And now, the Dubai International Airport is back to full capacity, operating as smoothly as ever. Keep reading and find out how DXB overcame one of the biggest challenges it has ever faced.
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Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, announced that DXB has already returned to its regular flight schedule ahead of its anticipated recovery timeline. With approximately 1,400 flight movements per day, the airport is bustling once again. Griffiths commended the collaborative effort that enabled the airport’s swift recovery. Despite 2,155 cancellations and 115 diversions, the combined efforts of airport staff, airline partners, and service providers ensured minimal disruption to travellers.
During the disruption, 31 flights were redirected to Dubai World Central (DWC), where all passengers were promptly assisted. Ensuring guest welfare remained paramount, over 75,000 food packs were distributed across both airports. While operations are returning to normal, challenges such as processing the backlog of baggage persist. Griffiths reassured travellers of ongoing efforts to streamline operations and thanked them for their patience.
As DXB resumes normal operations, travellers are advised to arrive at the terminal three hours before departure to facilitate smoother check-in processes and avoid congestion.
Despite facing one of its most challenging weather events, Dubai International Airport has demonstrated remarkable resilience in swiftly restoring normal operations. Through collaborative efforts and a commitment to passenger welfare, DXB continues to uphold its reputation as a leading global aviation hub.
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