Dh500 fine, six black points for not giving way to people at pedestrian crossings in Dubai

Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reminded motorists to stop and give way to pedestrians at designated crossings to avoid Dh500 fine and six black points.

The RTA tweeted: “To ensure your own and others’ safety, give way to pedestrians at designated crossings and stop until they pass to avoid a Dh500 fine and six black points.”

Pedestrians have also been urged to observe road safety. According to UAE laws, jaywalkers are fined with Dh400 if they cross at non-designated areas. Anyone caught crossing a roadway while ignoring traffic lights is also fined with Dh400.

The RTA’s safety tips for pedestrians:

*Stay alert, look and listen to traffic in all directions

*Avoid headphones while crossing the road. Be alert to what is going on around you to stay safe

*Don’t be distracted when using a zebra crossing; Dnot use your phone for calling or texting

*Cross streets at a corner, following traffic signals where available

*Use foot bridges, where available

*Never cross the road when the pedestrian light is red

*Make eye contact and don’t cross until traffic stops

*Wear reflective clothing at night

*If there are no sidewalks, walk while facing traffic to see the coming cars