Dubai Airports issues travel advisory

Dubai, Dubai International (DXB) is advising passengers not to come to the airport, unless absolutely necessary due to the unprecedented weather conditions. Dubai Airports said that flights continue to be delayed and diverted. Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines for the latest information on flight status, WAM reported. They assured passengers that they are working hard to recover operations as quickly as possible in very challenging conditions. Emirates Airlines has decided to suspend travel procedures for passengers departing from Dubai starting from 8:00 am on April 17 until midnight on April 18, due to operational challenges resulting from adverse weather conditions and road conditions. Emirates Airlines added that procedures for passengers arriving in Dubai and transit passengers will continue. Source: Bahrain News Agency