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UAE residents facing commute issues one month after record rains due to Dh2,000 rental fees and buying second car

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Last updated: 2024/05/17 at 3:04 AM
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The recent record-breaking rains in the UAE have left many residents grappling with the aftermath of damaged vehicles. The unprecedented rainfall on April 16 wreaked havoc on the streets, causing significant commuting issues for many individuals. Vehicles, especially those in low-lying areas, suffered the most damage, with engine failures and electrical defects leaving many stranded on flooded roads.

One such individual is Mounia El Fadili, a retail executive at Dubai Mall, who had to abandon her Infiniti Q30 in Oud Metha due to the heavy rains. Despite her efforts to retrieve her car, she faced significant delays in arranging for a tow truck and getting a response from the insurance company. As a result, she has been forced to rent a car for her daily commute, incurring additional expenses on top of the uncertainty surrounding the repairs on her car.

For some residents like Ismail Ruknuddin, selling their damaged cars has emerged as a solution to the financial burden caused by the rains. Ismail, a marketing executive, had his Nissan Qashqai catch fire due to rain entering electrical components. After facing delays in getting a resolution from the insurance company and the garage, he decided to purchase a new car, a Nissan Xtrail 2020 model, to replace his damaged vehicle.

The delays in insurance payouts and repairs have left many residents in a limbo, relying on alternative modes of transportation such as hiring cabs for their daily commute. Jassem El Sami, a resident of Liwan, has been hiring a cab to work daily after his car was damaged in the floods near Warsan. Despite the logistical nightmare of not having his car for over 25 days, he remains hopeful for a swift resolution from the insurance company.

The financial strain caused by the damaged vehicles is a common theme among residents affected by the rains. Many are anxiously waiting for insurance payouts to cover the costs of repairs or purchase a new vehicle. The delays in getting their vehicles repaired have forced individuals to find temporary solutions such as renting cars or relying on public transportation, adding to their financial burden.

As residents continue to wait for resolutions to their insurance claims, the impact of the recent rains on their daily lives and finances remains a looming concern. The lack of clarity on the status of their damaged vehicles and the uncertainties around insurance payouts have left many individuals in a state of frustration and financial uncertainty. It serves as a reminder of the importance of being prepared for unexpected events and having reliable insurance coverage to mitigate the financial impact of such disasters.

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