All Mosques in Dubai Open for Friday Prayers Post-Rains

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Friday prayers in Dubai will proceed as planned across all mosques, confirmed the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (Iacad), following a day of heavy rains and thunderstorms on May 2. Despite minor waterlogging reported in some areas, Dubai residents woke up to clear skies on Friday, signaling a swift recovery from the rain's impact. Engineer Mohammed Al Mansoori, director of mosque administration at Iacad Dubai, confirmed that mosques across the emirate are open for prayers.

This confirmation brings relief to residents, especially after flooding incidents following record rains on April 16 disrupted daily life and religious rituals across the city. Concerns arose about mosque accessibility for Friday prayers, given memories of recent flooding. However, this time, disruptions were minimal, and authorities swiftly reopened mosques.

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Residents praised authorities for efficiently managing the unstable weather conditions on Thursday and promptly reopening mosques. Ahmed Rizwan, a resident of JVC, commended the authorities for their swift response, ensuring a smooth experience for worshippers despite minimal waterlogging near his mosque.

Irfan Khan, residing in Deira, shared that while the parking area near his building faced flooding, it was quickly drained. Despite having to navigate through water, residents like Irfan expressed gratitude for the timely clearance, allowing them to attend Friday prayers without concern.