Sharjah Police have warned that lane violations are contributing to both traffic congestion and road accidents.
Dubai: Commuters across the Emirates experienced a challenging Wednesday morning as multiple traffic incidents and heavy congestion disrupted key routes between Dubai and Sharjah.
The morning rush was marked by several crashes on Al Ittihad Street near Al Mamzar, leading to significant tailbacks for drivers heading into Dubai. Meanwhile, Google Maps real-time data reported another accident on Al Khail Road, causing severe congestion near Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC).
Traffic Incidents Hamper Dubai Roads
Traffic in Dubai’s industrial and residential areas remained slow well beyond the typical peak hours. Congestion built up on Umm Suqeim Street and along Ras Al Khor Road near Za’abeel Second. Delays were also reported on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road through Muhaisnah, while Emirates Road experienced unusual traffic near Al Khawaneej.
In the Al Qusais Industrial area, Damascus Street was heavily congested, putting additional pressure on local bypass routes frequently used by commercial vehicles.
Sharjah Bottlenecks
The inter-city commute from Sharjah was especially challenging, with traffic crawling along Al Wahda Street through the Al Khalidiya district—a known bottleneck for motorists traveling toward the Dubai border.
The industrial areas of Sharjah were also affected, with heavy traffic reported on the Sharjah Ring Road near Industrial Area 9. Further east, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road experienced significant congestion around Industrial Area 13, as drivers merged into the southbound lanes.
Police Blame Lane Violations
Sharjah Police have issued a new warning to motorists, highlighting failure to adhere to designated lanes as a major contributor to traffic congestion and road accidents. Officials noted that sudden lane changes, especially at busy intersections and highway exits, continue to trigger both traffic slowdowns and serious collisions across the emirate.
Police reports indicate that these unsafe manoeuvres are a leading cause of side-impact accidents, further impeding traffic flow during peak hours. Authorities have urged drivers to follow road markings closely and plan exits in advance to avoid last-minute swerving.
