UAE traffic alert: Heavy congestion hits Deira, Dubai Airport and Sharjah routes

Heavy traffic is currently impeding travel across a number of key routes in Dubai and Sharjah. The Dubai Gold Souk area on the Al Rigga-Deira corridor is experiencing particularly slow-moving conditions, with stop-and-go traffic near the Dubai Gold Souk. Signs of congestion are also apparent along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road in Muhaisnah and Al Rashidiya, as well as near Arabian Centre. Drivers navigating Al Khail Road, where it intersects with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, are encountering significant delays.

In Sharjah, the S121 road running near Ajman Industrial Area and SAIF Zone has heavy traffic flowing towards the emirate's border. Additionally, motorists on the S116 route near Al Khawaneej are facing moderate delays. While some areas see moderate traffic, it's advised that drivers allow extra time for their journeys on Al Khail Road through Al Quoz and Al Barsha, as well as routes around Warsan and Dubai Silicon Oasis.

Conversely, certain routes are moving more freely. Parts of Sheikh Zayed Road through Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah, and Al Barsha are experiencing lighter congestion. The E611, E66, and E77 are generally seeing less traffic, while routes through Academic City and Liwan are also flowing smoothly. The E311 corridor in Sharjah, south of the city center, remains relatively clear.

However, traffic incident markers near Al Khan/Sahara Centre, Muhaisnah, and the Dubai Design District serve as live indicators of potential delays, not confirmed incidents. Motorists are encouraged to consult live navigation services, particularly for journeys through Deira, routes to and from Dubai International Airport, or towards Sharjah, as traffic conditions can change rapidly during the evening commute.