Fog wreaks havoc again, 29 flights diverted to Fujairah

fujairah — Bad weather and fog disrupted the flight services in the country for a second consecutive day.

The Fujairah Police said via Instagram on Thursday that 29 flights were diverted to Fujairah International Airport from other airports in the country, and the facilities and services at the airport are equipped to meet the needs of travellers on those flights.

The Commander-in-chief of Fujairah Police Brigadier Mohammed Ahmed bin Ghanim Al Kaabi, said all departments cooperated including the civil aviation authority, immigration and passports controllers, management of ports, airports, police, and the Fujairah transportation foundation have contributed in facilitating the procedures for the passengers. Meanwhile, an Emirates spokesperson said: “Severe fog in Dubai on (Thursday) has caused numerous delays to Emirates flights arriving and departing at Dubai International Airport. Emirates apologises

107 accidents took place in Dubai from 4am to 10am

for the inconvenience caused. The safety of our passengers and crew is of utmost importance and will not be compromised. Emirates urges customers to check their flight status on http://www. emirates.com for the latest information regarding their flights.”

107 accidents in Dubai

As many as 107 accidents took place in Dubai from 4am to 10am. The accidents occurred in various areas in Dubai; no injuries were reported. The command and control room of the Dubai Police has received a total of 1,164 calls until 12pm.

Major Mohammed Juma Aman, director of the control room at the general department of operations

Severe fog in Dubai on (Thursday) has caused numerous delays to Emirates flights arriving and departing at Dubai International Airport.” Emirates

called on drivers to abide by rules to make driving safer, adding that accidents occur during fog and rain are fatal because of poor visibility.