Algiers: A flash flood in Algeria’s capital inundated subway stations and the city’s new airport, turned major boulevards into muddy rivers and trapped drivers in cars.
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No deaths were reported, but civil security spokesman Karim Bernaoui said Friday that “the damage is enormous” from the Thursday evening downpour.
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The Algiers mayor said 40 millimeters of rain fell in 40 minutes, the equivalent of three months of normal rainfall.
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Some subway stations and tram lines remained closed Friday morning. Images on Algerian media and social networks showed subway stations transformed into underground lakes, travelers perched on railings.
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Authorities urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel Friday, and the national weather service warned of new rains.
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Algiers residents accused city authorities of failing to maintain gutters and other infrastructure.
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