AD Police intensify road security during holidays
abu dhabi — Police patrolling on the roads will be highly intensified throughout the 46th UAE National Day celebrations, the Abu Dhabi Police announced on Thursday.
The traffic and patrols directorate of the Abu Dhabi Police said roads in Abu Dhabi City, Al Ain and Al Dhafra will have tightened control, particularly over the tunnels and on the main roads.
“Camera and radar will also be intensified during the occasion, to monitor any traffic violations,” said Brigadier Khalifa Al Khalili, director of traffic and patrols directorate. He urged motorists to abide by the traffic law and celebrate the occasion in a “civilised manner,” stressing that there will be no complacency with drivers who break the rules.
Brig Al Khalili warned young drivers to drive safely, abide by the law and to not cause traffic disruptions during the celebrations.
Colonel Ahmed Mohammed Zouaydi, director of Al Ain Traffic and Patrols Department of the Abu Dhabi Police, said roads in Al Ain will also have more police patrol.
In Al Dhafra region, Colonel Mohammed Muslim Al Muhrami, director of the Al Dhafra Traffic and
There will be no complacency with drivers who break or violate any traffic rules during the celebrations.” Brig Khalifa Al Khalili, director, traffic and patrols directorate, Abu Dhabi Police
Patrols Department, confirmed the intensification of traffic control in the area and also urged drivers to be safe on the roads during the busy celebrations. The Abu Dhabi Police also said motorists can only decorate their vehicles from November 22 until December 6.
Police warn drivers to not cover the windscreens or the licence plates, not park on the roads, drift, accelerate, or cause obstruction to traffic. Passengers are also warned to not stick their heads or body parts out of the sunroof or windows. Police also warn against use of loud accessories and urged pedestrians against spray painting on drivers, throwing trash on the roads and jaywalking.
Brig Al Khalili urged the community to celebrate the joyous occasion safely. “There will be no complacency with drivers who break or violate any traffic rules during the celebrations,” he said.