Sharjah: The road that links Sharjah and Kalba reopened to motorists on Wednesday after being closed due to heavy rains.

Sharjah Police earlier closed the Sharjah-Kalba road between Wadi Al Hilo Road from both directions on Tuesday following heavy downpour.

Showers hit parts of the northern emirates, and Sharjah Police urged motorists and heavy vehicle drivers to abide by the rules and pull over to the shoulder if visibility is poor. 

Sharjah police urged motorists to take precautions and be careful as well as reduce  the speed on the road during these rainy weather.

Motorists were advised earlier to take alternative routes.