With pulse after pulse of clouds coming over Muscat during the last few afternoons it was almost certain one would bring heavy rain; today was the day.

Schools had been closed for the day and the air was heavy with anticipation. Within about 30 minutes of rain the streets became a torrent.

The new drainage system along Al Nahda Street received all the flow as it cascaded down into the depths; and disappeared from sight.
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