UAE weather alert issued over fog expected to persist for days
Authorities issued a weather warning after dense fog engulfed parts of Abu Dhabi on Sunday morning - with more challenging conditions expected during morning commutes next week. Abu Dhabi Police reduced speed limits to 80kph on key roads in the capital as a safety measure, as the hazardous weather reduced visibility. Motorists were urged to exercise caution and adhere to the adjusted speed limits…
A weather alert was issued in Abu Dhabi on Sunday morning due to dense fog expected to linger for several days, prompting the National Centre of Meteorology to warn of reduced visibility. Abu Dhabi Police responded by lowering speed limits to 80 kilometers per hour on major roads in the capital to enhance safety during hazardous conditions.
Motorists were advised to drive cautiously and respect the adjusted speed limits displayed on electronic signs. The fog warning remained in effect until 10am across wide regions of the Emirates, with some areas seeing visibility drop below 1,000 meters, according to the latest five-day forecast from the NCM. The Abu Dhabi Police have been enforcing reduced speed limits during adverse weather like heavy rain, sandstorms, and fog since April 2019, with fines ranging from Dh300 to Dh3,000 for drivers who do not comply.
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