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Road closures in Abu Dhabi during National Day celebrations

Friday, 2 December 2022 11:20

By ARN News Staff

Some roads in Abu Dhabi will be closed due to National Day celebrations.

Khaleej Al Arabi Street between Musaffah bridge and Shakhbout bin Sultan Street will be closed in both directions from 5:30 pm and will reopen at 8:00 pm.

The closures are to make way for marches, parades and events held to celebrate the country’s 51st National Day.

Bridges on Al Maryah Island will be closed on Friday and Saturday.

Lorries and buses transporting labourers will not be allowed in the capital until 1:00 am on Sunday, December 4.

Road Closure on Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street - Abu Dhabi
Friday, 2 December 2022 pic.twitter.com/Y2JoXz7wJg
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