Dubai Police to increase traffic patrols during Ramadan

Police advise worshippers to park in a safe place near mosques and avoid blocking traffic

Dubai Police have told motorists to follow traffic rules to keep the emirate's roads safe. Mona Al Marzooqi / The National

Dubai Police will increase the number of patrols on the emirate's roads to help improve safety and ensure a smooth flow of traffic.

Motorists must adhere to traffic rules to ensure the safety of themselves and other road users, police said.

Brig Saif Al Mazroui, director of traffic at Dubai Police, called on motorists to avoid speeding, reckless driving and dangerous overtaking.

He said worshippers should park in a safe place near mosques to avoid blocking traffic.

“Random parking near mosques or on pavements during isha and taraweeh prayers blocks roads for other users,” said Brig Al Mazroui.

“This is a negative practice, especially if the mosques are in residential areas, because it means other road users will have to wait for the road to clear or even call the police.

“I call on people to co-operate with officers for the good of all community members.”

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