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The Eid holidays are expected to lead to a long weekend for UAE residents. Read more here: gulfnews.com/1.1620128197935
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The announcement was made a press briefing by the authority.
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Just like the guidelines in Ramadan asked people to not organise big iftar parties and only have iftar with people of the same household, Eid gatherings also need to be avoided.
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The warning was posted on Abu Dhabi Police’s official social media accounts. Read more here: gulfnews.com/1.79115516
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Along with avoiding big gatherings, people have also been asked to exercise extra caution when sitting with those who are in the vulnerable group.
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The guidelines do not mean that you cannot spread the Eid cheer, with multiple online options available.
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Buying and selling of firecrackers is illegal in the UAE.
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The UAE’s laws strictly prohibit dealing with fireworks and explosives.
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The Federal Decree-Law No 17 of 2019 on arms, ammunition, explosives, military hardware and hazardous materials details all the ways in which people should avoid dealing with fireworks.
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However, fireworks are organised by authorities during Eid, and you also have the option of watching them on a livestream. Read more here: gulfnews.com/1.1620026397171
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