Speed limits reduced by Abu Dhabi Police as fog restricts visibility

Monday, 15 February 2021 06:14

Speed limits are being reduced to 80 kilometres per hour by Abu Dhabi Police as another heavy fog descends on the roads.

Motorists are urged to drive with caution and check the electronic boards for updates.

The limits are being imposed on the following roads; Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed International between Al Mafraq and Al Ruwais and Al Mirfa and Al Ruwais, Mohammed bin Rashid between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, Abu Dhabi and Sweihan, and Maktoum bin Rashid between Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

#urgent | #AbuDhabiPolice call on motorists to exercise caution due to reduced visibility during the fog. They are urged to follow changing speed limits displayed on electronic information boards.
Drive Safely
— شرطة أبوظبي (@ADPoliceHQ) February 14, 2021

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