This Saturday, a lightning bolt struck the pinnacle of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. The emirate has experienced torrential downpours for hours. Al Arabiya television broadcast a video showcasing the moment a lightning strike hit Dubai’s tallest structure. Simultaneously, various regions throughout the Emirates are encountering precipitation, ranging from moderate to intense showers.
Footage captures a lightning bolt striking the summit of the Burj Khalifa in #Dubai, amidst hours of varied rainfall intensity. #Arabia pic.twitter.com/VDvmtcgTUp
– Arabic (@AlArabiya) January 1, 2022
The UAE’s National Meteorological Agency issued a warning urging caution during the heavy rainfall. Residents were advised to avoid areas with pooling water and strong winds associated with convective clouds. Further precipitation is anticipated.
It’s worth noting that the UAE celebrated the arrival of 2022 with a midnight fireworks display at the Burj Khalifa.
Similar festivities marked the new year in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
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