UAE traffic alert: Heavy congestion hits Dubai and Sharjah roads

Dubai: Motorists across Dubai and Sharjah are facing a slow start to the day, with heavy congestion reported on several major routes this morning, according to Google Maps real-time traffic data.

In Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road is seeing traffic build-up near the Financial Centre and Dubai World Trade Centre Metro stations. Slow-moving conditions are also reported on Sheikh Rashid Road near Dubai Frame, while Al Baraha's Omar Bin Al Khattab Street, Al Mustaqbal Street near Dubai Mall, and Financial Centre Street remain congested.

Traffic incidents on Al Ittihad Street towards Dubai and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road near Muhaisnah are adding to delays on key routes.

In Sharjah, Al Wahda Street towards Dubai near Safeer Mall is heavily congested, while traffic is moving slowly on Third Industrial Street. Delays are also reported on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road between City Centre Zahia and National Paints Headquarters, as well as Emirates Road near Sharjah Grand Mosque.

Commuters are advised to check live traffic updates before setting out and allow extra travel time during the morning rush.