Last Updated on: 8th July 2023, 05:58 pm
UAE Fines Those Who Block Emergency Vehicles
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are reminding motorists of the importance of giving way to emergency vehicles on the country’s roads. Failure to do so may result in fines and traffic delays.
The Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority shared a video on social media emphasizing the need to obey traffic rules and give way to emergency vehicles. This recall is in response to cases where motorists failed to give way to ambulances, police cars and other emergency vehicles.
According to the Abu Dhabi Civil Protection Agency, penalties for failing to give way to emergency vehicles include an AED3,000 (US$817) fine, impoundment of the vehicle for 30 days and the addition of six traffic points in the driver’s seat.
These measures discourage drivers from blocking emergency vehicles that may be on a rescue mission.
Ministerial Decision No. (178) of 2017 on Traffic Rules and Procedures outlines various safety and control measures for motorists in the UAE. In particular, it will be a punishable offense to obstruct emergency vehicles, including ambulances, police cars and service convoys.
To monitor and enforce traffic rules, the Home Office conducts regular patrols, using footage from surveillance cameras and surveillance cameras on roads across the country.
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