UAE’s Ras Al Khaimah closes all beaches amid oil spill concerns

Ras Al Khaimah has ordered the immediate closure of all public beaches until further notice, urging everyone to stay away from coastal areas in the emirate. The Public Services Department of Ras Al Khaimah, in collaboration with the Ras Al Khaimah Police General Headquarters, made the decision in coordination with local authorities.

The closure came as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of the public. The announcement was made through the official social media accounts of Ras Al Khaimah Police (@rakpoliceghq) and the Public Services Department (@rakpsd). The authorities urged community members to strictly follow official instructions and safety guidelines, and to avoid the affected coastal areas until notified otherwise.

The closure applies to every public beach across Ras Al Khaimah, and no reopening date has been set. The authorities said they would provide a new update on the reopening of the beaches in due course, contingent on the situation. They requested the public to keep an eye on official government channels for any updates or announcements about the resumption of beach access.

The authorities expressed their gratitude to the public for their cooperation and understanding during this temporary closure. The situation has been further heightened by an oil spill in Umm Al Quwain, which has led to the temporary closure of Al Hamriyah Beach due to concerns over the environmental impact.