Dubai Fog Disrupts: 23 Flights Diverted from DXB and Dubai World Central
Thick fog in Dubai has disrupted numerous flights, causing significant delays and diversions. The conditions primarily affected operations at Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central.
Flight Disruptions Due to Fog
On the morning of the incident, airlines faced challenges in maintaining their schedules. A total of 23 flights were diverted as a result of the severe weather conditions.
Airlines Affected
- Emirates Airlines
- flydubai
Emirates services to various international destinations experienced interruptions. Key affected routes included:
- Colombo
- Auckland
- Dar es Salaam
- Malé
- Brisbane
Similarly, flights operated by flydubai faced delays due to the fog. Some of the impacted destinations were:
- Mombasa
- Krabi
Impact of Delays
Passengers on affected flights reported waiting times extending from 30 minutes to over an hour. The airport authorities advised travelers to check their flight statuses for updates.
This incident underscores the challenges that severe weather can pose to air travel, particularly in busy hubs like Dubai.
