The COVID-19 has been declared as a global pandemic by the World Health Organization as it has affected hundreds and thousands of people across the globe. The traffic authorities in the UAE have been on a high alert and several important initiatives have been taken to reduce the spread of the COVID-19. People have been advised to follow the instructions issued by authorities including social distancing and traveling only for essential purposes. With community quarantine observed across the UAE, the situation is improving by the day as the number of new cases of COVID-19 is gradually decreasing in the country.
While the situation is under control in the UAE, authorities have strictly warned motorists against committing dangerous violations amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Motorists have been warned against speeding, jumping the red signal and other dangerous violations. Authorities have also introduced a new traffic fine as a result of an increase observed in the instances of littering masks and gloves on roads. Authorities have advised motorists to avoid this dangerous violation as it can lead to the spread of COVID-19.
Details of the New Traffic Fine Announced by Traffic Authorities
In a recent statement, Abu Dhabi Police revealed that some motorists have been throwing their masks and gloves out of the car windows, which is a clear violation of the traffic laws. He said that the masks and gloves littered on the roads pose a serious threat to public health and the environment. The masks and gloves could be contaminated, which can lead to the spread of the virus.
Authorities have announced that motorists will have to pay a hefty fine of AED 1,000 while six black points will be issued against their driving license for throwing masks and gloves from the windows of their cars. In the statement issued by the Abu Dhabi Police, motorists were advised to avoid such behaviors in order to protect the environment and civilizational appearance of the cities. Abu Dhabi Police also noted that it was everyone’s responsibility to play an active role in preventing the spread of dangerous COVID-19.
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Dr Farida Al Hosani, the Official Spokesperson of the UAE Health Sector condemned the reports of some residents littering masks and gloves on roads. She said that such behaviors can prove to have dangerous consequences as the masks or gloves could be contaminated, which can lead to the spread of the disease. She advised motorists to dispose of their masks properly in the waste bins and emphasized the importance of practicing good behaviors.
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Other COVID-19 Fines that Motorists Should be Aware of
Strict travel restrictions have been implemented in the UAE to reduce the spread of COVID-19. This is one of the several initiatives that have been taken by the authorities to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Motorists have been urged to follow the traffic-related guidelines issued by authorities to avoid hefty traffic fines and other penalties.
Apart from the fine for littering masks and gloves on the roads, here are some other COVID-19 fines that motorists must be aware of:
- With community quarantine observed across the UAE, residents failing to comply with community quarantine guidelines will have to pay a whopping fine of AED 50,000.
- AED 5,000 fine has been announced for attending social gatherings.
- AED 5,000 fine will be issued to motorists for failing to maintain hygiene and following sterilization procedures in public transportation.
- Motorists will have to pay a fine of AED 2,000 for leaving homes unnecessarily during the travel restrictions.
- AED 1,000 fine will be issued to people visiting hospitals or health facilities unnecessarily.
- AED 1,000 fine will be issued to motorists for allowing more than 3 persons in a car.
- People who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or if they are suffering from the symptoms of cold and flu will have to pay a fine of AED 1,000 for not wearing medical masks in closed spaces.
Bottom-line!
Authorities in the UAE have taken several important initiatives to contain the spread of the COVID-19. The COVID-19 outbreak has affected hundreds and thousands of people across the globe and poses a serious threat to public health and environment. It is essential for the residents of the UAE to comply with the precautionary measures taken by the authorities to reduce the spread of the disease. Authorities have announced serious penalties for violating the rules implemented for the prevention of the COVID-19. Motorists must be careful and avoid committing violations that can lead to the spread of COVID-19.
