Heavy rains lead to accidents, tailbacks on UAE roads

Multiple accidents have been reported leading to morning rush hour traffic.

Thunder rains lashed most parts of the emirates this morning with Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi receiving heavy showers. The NCMS also issued a warning about poor visibility of less than 1000 metres caused by blowing dust.
As expected with the heavy rains, roads have been hit with slow moving traffic in most parts of the city. Multiple accidents have been reported causing early morning congestion on the roads.

Multiple accidents reported around the city. E44 Ras Al Khor Rd / #SMBZR near MCC & #SZR near Wafi Mall. pic.twitter.com/khmz9U2MOb
- TrafficDXB (@trafficdxb) March 21, 2017

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An #accident has been reported between Several vehicles after MCC bridge towards Sharjah opposite MCC ,be extra cautious.
- Dubai Police???? ??? (@DubaiPoliceHQ) March 21, 2017

The weather will continue to be unstable, NCMS reported. Thunder rains hit Fujairah, Sharjah, Al Ain and adjoining areas while it rained moderately in other parts. Residents are experiencing lights rains in some parts.
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An accident has been reported on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road near Arabian Ranches towards Sharjah.

Accident on #SMBZR near Arabian Ranches towards #Sharjah. Traffic congestion on the opp side dyevto rubberneckers. Plz drive with caution ? pic.twitter.com/1DFjKKsfBG
- TrafficDXB (@trafficdxb) March 21, 2017

Another accident has been reported on Sheikh Zayed road towards Abu Dhabi. Traffic is moving slow and motorists are advised to drive with caution.

Accident on E11 #SZR before the last interchange towards #AbuDhabi. Please drive with caution ?. pic.twitter.com/dVoYbJhVHB
- TrafficDXB (@trafficdxb) March 21, 2017

There has been another rain-related accident towards Abu Dhabi after Garhoud Bridge, leading to morning rush hour congestion.

Accident on #SZR just after Garhoud Bridge towards #AbuDhabi causing added congestion to rush hour & rain ? affected traffic. Drive safe. pic.twitter.com/NsZBVXWl7g
- TrafficDXB (@trafficdxb) March 21, 2017

Traffic madness everywhere from #Sharjah to #Dubai. Plus its raining ? so be prepared for extra congestion. pic.twitter.com/IcYWGq6WmX
- TrafficDXB (@trafficdxb) March 21, 2017