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Dubai Metro Red Line Disrupted Due to Unstable Weather Conditions

Dubai’s Red Line on the Metro system faced big troubles recently due to bad weather. Heavy rain flooded the ONPASSIVE station on Tuesday afternoon, April 16, causing a lot of problems for commuters.

Buses Step In for Metro

To help people get around, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) arranged buses between ONPASSIVE and Equiti, as well as UAE Exchange and Dubai Internet City. They’re working hard to get the Metro back to normal soon.

Extended Metro Hours

Because of the stormy weather, the RTA decided to keep the Metro running until 3:00 AM on Wednesday, April 17. This extra time was to make sure people could travel safely and to ease the pressure on the trains.

Free Umbrellas for Commuters

For those caught without umbrellas, the RTA set up a neat idea: free smart umbrellas at certain stations like Al Ghubaiba Bus and Metro station. All you need is a valid NOL card to pick one up, making rainy commutes a bit easier.

Road Safety Reminders

Dubai Police also reminded everyone to be careful on the roads during the bad weather. With rain, strong winds, thunder, and lightning, drivers need to take it slow and stay safe.

Stay Safe Dubai

As the weather remains unpredictable, it’s a good idea for commuters to keep an eye out for updates from the RTA. Be cautious and plan your travels carefully until things get back to normal.

Dubai Metro users faced some tough times with the Red Line disruptions, but the RTA and other authorities are doing their best to help out. With buses stepping in, extended Metro hours, and even free umbrellas, they’re trying to make things easier for commuters during the bad weather. Just remember to stay safe and stay informed until things improve.

Also read: UAE Records Historic Rainfall In 75 Years: What You Need To Know! (socialkandura.com)

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