UAE | Traffic and Transport

168 accidents took place on fog-blanketed Dubai roads

More than 160 accidents took place on the fog-blanketed Dubai roads in the early hours of Monday due to speeding and not leaving enough space between vehicles.

  • By Alia Al Theeb, Staff Reporter
  • Published: 13:01 February 18, 2008
  • Gulf News

  • Image Credit: Gulf News Archive
  • Dubai Police's Command and Control Room reported 168 accidents, which resulted in moderate to minor injuries on Monday.

Dubai: More than 160 accidents took place on Dubai roads from the early hours of yesterday until 9am due to motorists driving recklessly in the thick fog.

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Dubai Police's Command and Control Room reported 168 accidents, which resulted in moderate to minor injuries.

Dubai Police urged motorists to be cautious while driving during fog. Police called on motorists to abide by speed limits, lane discipline and leave enough space between vehicles.

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