{
  "id": 3279039,
  "title": "Heading home? Dubai-Sharjah commuters face bumper-to-bumper traffic this evening",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/heading-home-dubai-sharjah-commuters-face-bumper-to-bumper-traffic",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-25T14:18:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/going-out/movie-trailers/heading-home-dubai-sharjah-commuters-face-bumper-to-bumper-traffic-this-evening-1.500651948"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai residents are bracing for another congested evening as traffic builds up on major roads heading towards Sharjah. Google Maps reports bumper-to-bumper traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) from Deira, with D75 near Karama towards Bur Dubai also experiencing heavy congestion, especially around the junction with E11. D88 through Karama is moving slowly as well. Pockets of heavy to moderate traffic are also noted on Al Khail Road (E44) between Dubai Hills and Ras Al Khor, with the slowest point near Dubai Hills Mall. Additionally, slow-moving traffic is reported on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311) from Nad Al Hamar towards Muhaisnah due to accidents. Moderate traffic is affecting sections near Arjan, Al Barari, Nad Al Sheba, and Dubai South. While Emirates Road (E611) remains relatively clear, some delays can be expected near Al Ttay. Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time, keep a safe distance from other vehicles, and consider alternative routes as the evening rush hour worsens. Abu Dhabi Police urges truck drivers to adhere to safety regulations.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Commuters are facing another busy evening on Dubai’s roads, with congestion building across major routes and particularly on roads heading towards Sharjah as rush-hour traffic intensifies, according to Google Maps. Motorists heading towards Sharjah are facing bumper-to-bumper traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) from Deira. Heavy traffic is also reported on Sheikh Rashid Road (D75) from…",
  "key_points": [
    "Dubai residents face heavy traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road and D75 near Karama.",
    "Moderate traffic on Al Khail Road and Emirates Road expected during evening rush hour.",
    "Abu Dhabi Police advises truck drivers to follow safety regulations."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}