Dubai Police advise motorists to drive carefully as accidents disrupt traffic on major commuter routes.
Motorists experienced heavy congestion and slow-moving traffic across several major roads in Dubai and Sharjah on Monday morning, with delays affecting the busy Dubai-Sharjah commute, industrial districts and key routes around Business Bay and Al Quoz.
Live traffic updates from Google Maps indicated significant congestion along stretches of Al Ittihad Road (E11), Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Sheikh Zayed Road.
Several minor accidents were also reported across the road network, including an incident in Dubai’s Al Mamzar area, adding to delays during the morning rush hour.
Meanwhile, Dubai Police reminded motorists to use their indicators before changing lanes or making turns, stressing that signalling allows other road users to anticipate movements and helps improve road safety.
Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Major roads affected
Al Ittihad Road (E11)
Traffic moved slowly through Al Nahda, Al Qasimia and Bu Daniq, with congestion stretching towards the Dubai-Sharjah border and major interchanges near Al Taawun and Al Khan.
Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311)
Motorists encountered delays near the Dubai-Sharjah border and interchanges connecting to Muhaisnah. Heavy traffic was also observed along sections near Global Village, Arabian Ranches and Dubai Motor City.
Sharjah industrial areas
Several roads within Sharjah’s Industrial Areas 4, 5, 6, 8 and 9 experienced slow-moving traffic, particularly along internal streets and connecting routes.
Congestion was also reported in surrounding neighbourhoods, including Al Abar, Halwan and Al Badee.
Dubai traffic: Delays around Business Bay, Al Quoz and JVC
Sheikh Zayed Road (E11)
Heavy traffic was reported along stretches of Sheikh Zayed Road, particularly near Business Bay and the Al Quoz interchanges.
Motorists also faced slowdowns on sections of the highway heading towards Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Village.
Al Khail Road (E44)
Traffic was moving at reduced speeds near the Meydan Hotel interchange, Al Quoz and sections of Al Khail Road running alongside Business Bay.
Hessa Street and Umm Suqeim Street
Congestion was reported along Hessa Street (D61), particularly near Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and Dubai Sports City.
Slow-moving traffic also affected Umm Suqeim Street (D63) and connecting roads serving Al Barsha South, Arjan and Dubai Studio City.
Airport routes affected as minor accidents reported
Motorists travelling towards Dubai International Airport experienced delays on approach roads, including routes around Al Rashidiya and Nad Al Shamma.
Google Maps traffic updates also indicated several minor accidents across Dubai and Sharjah, including:
- Al Mamzar, Dubai: Two accidents were reported in the area.
- Sharjah: Incidents were flagged near Sharjah International Airport, Al Badee, Al Abar and Industrial Areas 4, 8 and 9.
- Dubai: Accidents were reported on roads around Nad Al Shamma, Al Quoz, Business Bay, Zaa’beel and Al Karama.
Drivers travelling through the affected areas are advised to remain cautious, allow additional time for their journeys and follow any directions issued by police or emergency responders.
Dubai Police issue road safety reminder
Dubai Police urged motorists to use their indicators whenever changing lanes or making turns, reminding drivers that clear signalling helps other road users anticipate their movements and reduces the likelihood of accidents.
Motorists are also urged to maintain a safe distance from other vehicles, avoid abrupt lane changes or sudden manoeuvres, and check real-time traffic conditions before beginning their journeys.
What motorists need to know
Commuters travelling between Dubai and Sharjah should plan for possible delays and allow additional travel time, particularly along Al Ittihad Road (E11) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311).
Heavy traffic may also affect key routes around Business Bay, Al Quoz, Jumeirah Village Circle and roads leading to Dubai International Airport.
With traffic conditions changing rapidly during the morning rush hour, drivers are encouraged to check Google Maps for the latest congestion updates before setting off.
Motorists should also remain vigilant, follow traffic regulations and adhere to Dubai Police road safety advice to ensure a safer journey.
