RTA announces road closures, lists alternative routes due to heavy rains

The authority urges motorists to drive carefully in the rain.

As heavy rains hit all seven emirates, some motorists are facing waterlogging on the streets during their commutes.

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Thursday that certain roads will be closed to the public due to waterlogging.

Al Sabkha Tunnel is closed in both directions. This route has been diverted to the traffic light intersection above the tunnel. Motorists can take the Sheikh Zayed Road, First Al Khail Street or Al Yalayis as alternatives, the RTA said.

The intersection of Al Asayel Street with Latifa Bint Hamdan Street is also closed in both directions. The following alternative routes can be used: First Al Khail Street, Latifa Bint Hamdan Street and Umm Suqeim Street.

More to follow.

News Source: Khaleej Times