Has the inclement weather caused you problems?

Heavy rain, thunder and lightning struck the Emirates last night, with some of the weekend's biggest outdoor attractions halted by the elements. Downpours in the early evening led to near-impossible driving conditions on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai, with sections several inches under water. Has the inclement weather caused you problems?

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Ferguson's excellent XI

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