Ras Al Khaimah: As many as 120 police patrols will be deployed on all the vital roads and intersections of Ras Al Khaimah to enhance security and safety, and ensure a smooth flow of traffic during the New Year celebrations, police said on Thursday.
Major General Ali Abdullah bin Alwan Al Nuaimi, Commander-in-Chief of Ras Al Khaimah Police, confirmed the completion of preparations for welcoming the new year 2023 by deploying120 traffic and civil patrols, in addition to the vehicles of other departments participating in securing the main celebration area located on Al Marjan Island, which is expected to be attended by tens of thousands of people from inside and outside the emirate to watch the massive fireworks. Preventive measures by the Civil Defence Department will also be in place to deal with any emergencies.
Major General Al Nuaimi said that all preparations have been completed to usher in the New Year in collaboration with the strategic partners in the emirate.
Meanwhile, Brigadier General Abdullah Ali Munkhis, has urged the public to follow the official social media accounts of Ras Al Khaimah Police to stay updated on all alerts and instructions that will be posted by the authorities. He also advised New Year revellers to come to the event before 8pm to avoid traffic jams, Main roads leading to Al Marjan Island, will be closed for vehicular traffic at 10pm on New Year eve.
