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Dubai deluge, 2 years of rain in 2 days

Dubai deluge, 2 years of rain in 2 days

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Thierry Chehab
Apr 24, 2024
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On April 16 the desert metropolis of Dubai endured the highest volume of rainfall in 75 years. The equivalent of two years' worth of rain poured heavily in just two days. 

In a city known globally for its opulent lifestyle, the unprecedented storm wreaked havoc. Gigantic arteries became rivers, homes were inundated and traffic stalled — including luxury …

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Thierry Chehab, aka atary81, won Urban Sketchers' contest for his Beirut Port depiction. His work earned Jury's Favorite at Rendez-Vous du Carnet de Voyage. Featured in CNN, published in sketching books worldwide.
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