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  2. Environmental issues in the United Arab Emirates - Wikipedia

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    [9] The consequences of rising sea levels are economic harm and the relocation of low-lying urbanized cities, for instance the population on the famous Palm Islands, a man-made island in Dubai. [4] In 2010, The Abu Dhabi Environmental Agency published an announcement which shows that 85% of UAE's population would be affected by rising sea ...

  3. Al-Aryam Island - Wikipedia

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    Al-Aryam Island (Arabic: جزيرة الاريام) is an island in the Persian Gulf off the west coast of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. It was formerly known as Bu Khushaishah. [ 1 ] The island is 60km away from Abu Dhabi and is connected to the mainland through a bridge.

  4. Al Fahid Island - Wikipedia

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    Fahid Island is a natural island located in the Persian Gulf, just off the coast of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.Known for its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush landscapes, the island offers a serene escape from the bustling city.

  5. Water supply and sanitation in Abu Dhabi - Wikipedia

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    Satellite view of Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi has witnessed an explosion of wealth and population since its independence in 1971 and the oil boom of 1973. Before, groundwater was the only source of water supply. It was very scarce since there is little recharge and most of the aquifers are highly saline.

  6. 2024 United Arab Emirates floods - Wikipedia

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    MA highway through Dubai was reduced to a single lane in one direction, while the E11 Road that connects Dubai with the capital Abu Dhabi was closed in the Abu Dhabi direction. [14] Intercity bus service on the Dubai - Abu Dhabi , Dubai - Sharjah , and Dubai - Ajman routes were suspended [ 15 ] [ 16 ]

  7. Saadiyat Island - Wikipedia

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    The Marina, the Island's main commercial area, has a total area of 3.7 square kilometres (1.4 sq mi), berthing for over 1,000 boats, hotels, apartments, leisure and entertainment facilities [18] including the Maritime Museum by Japan's Tadao Ando, commercial and retail space, and the New York University Abu Dhabi which was planned to move to ...

  8. Island-wide blackout sweeps Cuba after power plant failure - AOL

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    Island-wide blackout sweeps Cuba after power plant failure Patrick Oppmann, Mia Alberti, CNN, and Verónica Calderón, Gerardo Lemos, CNN en Español October 18, 2024 at 4:34 PM

  9. Al Reem Island - Wikipedia

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    Reem Island (Arabic: جزيرة الريم) is a natural island located 600 metres (2,000 ft) off the coast of the Abu Dhabi island. It is a mixed-purpose community with residential, retail, and commercial units. [1] As of 2015, Al Reem Island's population is at 13,941 people with the population density being 1,579/km 2. [2]