Covid-19: Sharjah police to intensify safety patrols during Ramadan

The 245 cars will patrol residential and industrial areas of the emirate during the holy month

More than 200 police patrols will be sent across Sharjah to ensure precautionary measures and restrictions are followed during Ramadan.

More than 200 police cars will be deployed across Sharjah to ensure Covid-19 safety measures are followed throughout the holy month.

Sharjah police said 245 patrol units will monitor residential, industrial and other public areas of the emirate during Ramadan to make sure people follow safety measures issued by Sharjah Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Team.

It was announced last month that community iftars are banned in the emirate, but families can host meals at home if they follow certain precautionary measures.

The officers on patrol will check to see whether restrictions regarding iftars are observed. They will also raise awareness of the need to wear face masks and ensure people practise social distancing in public places at all times.

To prevent crowding, the traditional firing for cannons every evening during Ramadan will this year be restricted to one location in the emirate – Al Majaz Waterfront.

Officers will also be on the lookout for beggars and peddlers. People are urged to report begging to the police non-emergency number 901 or by calling 800 40.

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