Abu Dhabi Police announces ban on trucks and buses on all roads on New Year's Day

Agencies | Abu Dhabi

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Abu Dhabi Police has announced a ban on trucks, heavy vehicles and buses transporting workers on all roads and streets in Abu Dhabi for New Year.

This includes Shaikh Zayed Bridge, Shaikh Khalifa Bridge, Mussafah Bridge and Section Bridge.

General Mahmoud Youssef Al Balushi, Deputy Director of the Traffic and Patrol Directorate for the Central Operations Sector, explained that the ban will be implemented from 7 am on Saturday, December 31, until 7 am on Sunday, January 1. Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported.

Al Balushi added that specialized cleaning and logistical support vehicles are excluded from the ban.

He pointed out that smart systems will be used in order to provide more traffic control during this period.