Abu Dhabi fog alert: Speed limits restored after temporary restrictions on major roads

Abu Dhabi: Speed limits on Abu Dhabi Emirate’s external roads have returned to normal after reduced limits were introduced due to heavy fog and low visibility conditions.

Abu Dhabi Police confirmed that the temporary 80km/h speed restrictions have been lifted and urged motorists to continue driving safely.

Roads affected by temporary speed limits

The 80km/h speed limits were activated earlier on several major routes, including:

• Al-Shuwaib Road — Al-Khadra Bridge to Al-Shuwaib Bridge

• Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Road — Al Fuqa'a to Al Khudr Bridge

• Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Road — Ajman Bridge to Saih Al-Sadirah and Saih Souh Bridge to Al Falah Bridge

• Al-Qouaa Road — Al-Qouaa to Rezein

• Um Al-Zamoul Road — Bukariyah to Al-Qowa

• Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Road — Ruwayyah Al Reef Bridge to Al Shahama

• Abu Dhabi-Al Ain Road — Rumah to Al Sad and Rimah to Al Khaznah

• Al-Fayha Road — Sih Shu'ayb to Al-Fayha Bridge

• Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed International Road — Tarif Bridge to Port Bridge and Al Mughira Bridge to Port Bridge

• Taf Road — Suwayhan Roundabout to Al-Faiah Bridge

• Sweihan Road — Tilal Sweihan Roundabout to Sweihan Roundabout and Sweihan Military City Roundabout

• Ahmed Khamis Al Hamili Road — Abu Al Abyad Bridge to Zayed City

• Sheikh Salem bin Butti Road — Zayed City Bridge to Liwa

• Sheikh Salama Bint Butti Road — Zayed City Bridge to Liwa

• Muhammad Al-Falahi Al-Yasi Road — Zayed City to Habsan

Police urge caution despite normal speeds

Abu Dhabi Police advised motorists to:

• Continue driving cautiously in areas where visibility remains low.

• Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.

• Avoid sudden lane changes and overtaking.

• Use low-beam headlights during fog.

• Follow electronic speed signs and road markings.

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said humid conditions and the possibility of fog or mist may continue overnight and during early mornings in coastal and inland areas. Drivers are advised to check official weather updates before travelling.