Amid recent weather conditions affecting road safety, the RTA has issued a traffic update, and police have urged motorists to retrieve abandoned cars to alleviate congestion and ensure smooth traffic flow.
Dubai roads experienced extensive flooding due to the UAE’s heaviest rainfall in history, prompting continuous efforts by traffic authorities to restore movement.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of the city initiated a comprehensive plan to clear rainwater and abandoned vehicles, aiming for smooth traffic flow.
Numerous vehicles were left stranded and roads were impassable due to floods, resulting in closures across many areas.
Dubai Roads Update
The RTA provided a list of accessible roads, though some lanes may face delays due to water accumulation:
- Sheikh Zayed Road
- Airport Road (partially)
- Al Khawaneej Street
- Algeria Street
- Ras Al Khor Road
- Dubai – Al Ain Road
- Emirates Road (partially)
- Oud Metha Road (partially)
- Jebel Ali – Lehbab Road
- Al Yalayis Road
- Al Qudra Road
- Saih al Salam Street
- Al Asayel Street
- Al Khail Road
- Jumeirah Street
- Al Wasl Road
- Sheikh Rashid Road
- Al Nahda Street
- Oman Street
Regular updates on road conditions and public transport services, including buses, marine transport, and the Dubai Metro, are being shared by the RTA on social media platforms.
To facilitate traffic flow, the Police urged vehicle owners to relocate and remove their parked or abandoned cars from the affected areas.
In a social media announcement, Dubai Police requested prompt action from owners of vehicles stranded due to adverse weather conditions, thanking motorists for their cooperation in enhancing traffic safety and property protection.
