Dubai-Sharjah traffic alert: Heavy congestion hits key UAE roads during morning rush

Motorists faced delays across key Dubai and Sharjah routes during Tuesday morning peak hours, with heavy traffic, bumper-to-bumper congestion and multiple accidents reported.

As part of its daily road safety advisory, Dubai Police urged drivers to inspect their vehicles before starting long journeys, particularly during hot weather, to prevent heat-related breakdowns.

In a post on X, Dubai Police advised motorists to ensure their vehicles are road-ready before travelling, as part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety.

Several minor accidents during the morning rush hour added to congestion on key roads, slowing traffic movement and causing delays for commuters.

Traffic incidents were reported in several areas, including:

Heavy traffic was reported on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), with delays from Al Twar 3 towards Dubai International Airport.

Bumper-to-bumper traffic was reported around E66 Oud Maitha Road, while congestion was also seen from Al Awir towards Al Khwaneej Second.

On the Dubai-Sharjah corridor, severe delays affected E11 (Al Ittihad Road), with traffic building up past Sahara Centre, Al Nahda and towards Hor Al Anz and Al Twar junctions.

Drivers also faced heavy congestion on E311 near Sharjah’s Industrial Area and Muwaileh, with slow-moving traffic around Safari Mall Sharjah and Muwaileh Bus Terminal.

Heavy traffic was reported on:

Moderate delays were also reported around Al Qusais Industrial Area, including Al Nahda Street/D64 interchange and Damascus Street/D97 near Madina Mall.

Motorists were advised to allow extra travel time, use alternative routes where possible and follow live traffic updates before starting their journeys.