Rain, poor visibility lead to long tailbacks on UAE roads

Visibility of less than 2,000 meters was reported in few parts of UAE.

Cloudy weather since morning with slight dust is causing visibility issues in few parts of the UAE. The National Centre for Meteorology warned about visibility of less than 2,000 meters caused by blowing dust. 

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Morning rush hour coupled with  accidents is causing delays for motorists travelling from Sharjah to Dubai on Monday.
An accident was reported on the E44 Al Khail Road heading towards Business Bay causing heavy traffic delays, according to Google Maps. 

Motorists are urged to take alternative routes.
Other areas experiencing congestion include:
1. E44 Al Awir road from Al Warqa to Ras Al Khor road 
2. E44 Ras Al Khor Industrial area near Al Warqa
3. D68 Al Khail road near Dubai Mall exit towards Abu Dhabi
4. E77 Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road near Dubai Investments Park
5. Sheikh Zayed Road's E11 from Al Nahda street  towards Dubai.
Given the weather conditions and slight to moderate rain reported over parts of the emirates, it is advised to be extremely careful on the roads.