Rains claim political scalps in Kuwait


Issue 1069 - 15 Nov 2018 | 1 minute read

Thunderstorms have caused difficulties in cities across the Gulf in recent weeks, with Kuwait the worst affected in terms of both the physical and political damage. A downpour in early November caused extensive flooding in Kuwait, with 58mm falling overnight on 5 November, more than one-third of the annual rainfall of 150mm. Roads were closed, flights suspended and a public holiday declared with all government ministries as well as schools and universities shutting.

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