News

The Dubai flood caused sewage water to rise and gasoline-contaminated water to enter the city, and for this reason, doctors issued warnings about the health risks of this flood. Flood contains various types of dangerous waste, germs, etc., which can lead to diseases such as infection, digestive diseases and tetanus. There may be physical objects such as wood and garbage and even animals such as rodents and snakes in the water. Flooding in the UAE Doctors are issuing health warnings and health tips for residents of flood-affected areas about the health risks posed by such weather events. Referring to the amount of pollutants present in the floods and harming human health, they advised the residents of the areas, especially children, to refrain from traveling and playing in surface water. The dangers of stagnant water Stagnant water becomes a breeding ground for bacteria, viruses and parasites that can lead to diseases such as cholera, typhoid and hepatitis A. In addition, the possibility of transmitting infectious diseases through water can also endanger the health of residents, and mosquitoes that breed in stagnant water lead to an increase in infectious diseases such as dengue fever and malaria, although the presence of these mosquitoes is rare in the UAE region. Exacerbation of asthma and allergic reactions are other diseases that may occur due to the presence of mold spores after heavy rains. In case of gasoline spills from vehicles submerged in flood waters, people should be more cautious and wash hands and eyes thoroughly if they come in contact with such chemicals and avoid lighting cigarettes or any sparks near these areas. The solution An eight billion dollar plan to build a comprehensive flood drainage system This news was announced only two months after the flood, the announcement of the construction of this new system was announced by the ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, on X social media. This extensive rainwater drainage network will be completed by 2033, and its construction It will start soon. This project for Dubai, which is the busy business center of the United Arab Emirates, covers all areas of Dubai and is able to absorb more than 20 million cubic meters of water daily.