UAE Witnesses a Record-Breaking 254mm of Rainfall Within 24 Hours

In a surprise event, the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday was barraged with a record-breaking rainfall. According to the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA), the rainfall was the heaviest downpour that the UAE saw in the last 75 years as some areas recorded over 250mm of precipitation within a span of 24 hours.  

This magnitude of rainfall is a rare occurrence in the Middle East and has rendered a lot of crucial services, such as transport, inoperable.

As fragile as they come, it becomes imperative that you safeguard your electronics in trying times like these and prevent them from exposure to moisture or rain. This becomes all the more important in this day and age as most people carry their business and personal data in their pockets, in the form of mobile phones. And once moisture or water seeps into the innards of your mobile phone, there is a high chance that the security of your data could be compromised.

To avoid jeopardizing your electronics from uncertain rainfalls like the one in UAE, there are some steps that you can proactively take to mitigate the risk.

1. Data Backup: It goes without saying that one must always have their entire data backed up onto a reliable and easily accessible system. It’s easy to get your hands on a cloud storage service or any of the many cost-effective external hard drive solutions to back up your data. As someone who’s lost crucial data many times before, I can vouch that your data backup would be the first thing you’d be looking for when you damage your device. So, it is always a good practice to explore waterproof solutions, such as waterproof USBs or waterproof HDD cases.
2. Unplug and Disconnect: When you feel that a storm is imminent, your first instinct should be to unplug all electronics from their power sources. Chances are that your mobile phone is connected to your power bank or that even your earphones are strung to your phone. Disengaging such electronics from their relevant power source will actively prevent any short circuits and electrical surges. Also ensure that you maximize this approach on the bigger electronic appliances in your home.
3. Use Waterproof Containers: Waterproof containers or mobile plastic bags are something to actually save for a rainy day. These work as a charm for your device, come rain or hail. If you do not have a plastic bag handy, try to nudge your device into the corners of your bag to isolate it from rain.
4. Ensure Secure Installation: It is important that you check for the safety of your electronic devices and ensure that they are not unhinged. There are high chances for your electronic device to get blown straight off the wall if they’re not secure to the wall properly.
5. Waterproof Enclosures: There are some electronics, such as security cameras, that are always exposed to the elements. Such electronics should be protected from the harsh elements with sturdy waterproof enclosures.
6. Emergency Power Sources: Investing in a good emergency power source for your electronics can never go wrong. Ensure that not only you carry portable power banks but also keep them fully charged at all times.
7. Keep a Close Eye on Abrupt Weather Changes: It is an advisory issued by the UAE Government to keep a close eye on any and all weather changes that take place for your own safety. Make sure to follow all the guidelines that the UAE Government issues and evacuate when necessary.

In conclusion, the DGBusiness.com B2B marketplace is a resourceful website for you in times of rainfall, as it provides a centralized platform for you to access and procure vital electronic equipment regardless of the closure of physical electronic stores. You can also get in touch with our sales managers