UAE: Managing Remote Operations During Weather Challenges
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UAE Schools and Government Offices Extend Remote Operations Due to Weather

Dealing with Weather Interruptions

In light of the recent heavy rainfall and its aftermath, both public and private schools across the UAE are extending remote learning for Thursday, April 18 and 19. This decision aims to keep students and teachers safe and was announced through official social media channels on April 17.

Continued Remote Work for Sharjah Government Employees

The Directorate of Human Resources in Sharjah has also confirmed that remote work will continue on April 18, 2024, for employees in government departments. However, jobs that require physical presence in the workplace are exempt from this directive.

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Unprecedented UAE Weather Conditions

The National Centre of Meteorology has declared the recent rainfall as the heaviest in 75 years for the UAE. This unusual weather has led to the closure of businesses and the implementation of remote working and learning arrangements to ensure everyone’s safety.

Impact on Transportation and Operations

Maintenance activities are currently underway at several Dubai Metro stations, and certain roads remain closed across the country. Airport operations have also been disrupted, with Emirates airline temporarily suspending check-in services for passengers departing from Dubai International (DXB) on Wednesday, April 17, starting from 8 am.

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Stay Informed

As the country works to recover from the effects of this extreme weather, everyone needs to stay updated on the latest developments and announcements.

Also read: Dubai Airport Changes Flights Due To Heavy Rain And Floods

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