Climate Change Linked to Record Rainfall and Deadly Floods in UAE and Oman

A recent study confirms that global warming, exacerbated by fossil fuel emissions, significantly intensified the unprecedented rainfall that led to devastating floods in the UAE and Oman.

A scientific analysis found that climate change made the recent extreme rainfall in the UAE and Oman 10-40% more intense, contributing to severe flooding and fatalities.
The record-breaking downpour, the heaviest since records began, resulted in widespread damage, including power outages, disrupted flights, and numerous deaths.
Scientists emphasize that a warmer atmosphere can hold more moisture, which increases the likelihood and intensity of such extreme weather events.
Urbanization and inadequate natural drainage systems exacerbated the impact of the floods, turning streets into rivers and complicating rescue efforts.
Experts call for urgent action to mitigate climate change and reconsider urban planning to prevent future disasters.