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UAE road closure over falling rocks, heavy rain

Motorists are advised to use alternative routes

Ras Al Khaimah mountain police

Certain roads in parts of the UAE have been closed due to adverse effects from the rainfall that hit areas in the country on Monday, the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) announced via a post on Twitter that the Khor Fakkan-Dafta Road in Ras Al Khaimah has been closed in both directions.

The part that extends between Dafta Bridge to Washah Square will remain closed until announced otherwise due to falling rocks as a result of the heavy rains.

Users are alerted to use alternative routes, suggested roads are Al Dhaid Road and Maliha Road.

On Monday, weather alerts were issued in the UAE. Yellow alerts were issued for certain parts of the country which indicates “be on the lookout if you go for outdoor activities.”

Certain parts of the UAE saw light showers earlier this morning, cloudy and rainy weather is expected to last until Tuesday.

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