Travel warning to Brits heading for flood-hit Dubai as passengers told ‘do not go to the airport’ [Video]

DUBAI has seen huge torrential rain and flooding in recent days, which has resulted in flights being diverted and cancelled.

As much as a year’s worth of rain fell in 24 hours, with images showing shopping centres and cars underwater while planes struggled to land on the wet tarmac.

Travellers are being told not to go to Dubai Airport after the huge floodingCredit: AFP

Airlines have warned passengers to expect delays and cancellationsCredit: Reuters

Nearly 50 flights were cancelled yesterday, with four more from the UK cancelled todayCredit: AFP

Thousands of Brits are expected to be affected, with more than a million visiting Dubai for winter sun every year.

However, Dubai International Airport – one of the busiest in the world – has warned travellers not to go to the airport after being forced to cancel nearly 50 flights yesterday.

They said: “We advise you NOT to come to the airport, unless absolutely necessary. Flights continue to …