Abu Dhabi Police call on motorists to drive safely during unstable weather - GulfToday

Abu Dhabi Police call on motorists to drive safely during unstable weather

  • 16 Jul 2021
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Motorists navigate through a road during heavy rain in an area of Abu Dhabi.

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

Abu Dhabi Police urged motorists to drive safely during unstable weather predicted across the country in the coming days.

Motorists have been urged to reduce speed limit to 80km/h, maintain safe distance, monitor weather forecasts and follow the precautionary instructions.

Motorists have also been urged to follow the speed limit posted on the emirate's roads during the foggy, dusty or rainy weather.

The maximum speed limit during such conditions will be as displayed on the electronic signs and the smart towers installed on the roads, or as shown by text messages.

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