Driver alert: Watch out for these road closures in Dubai

Friday, 12 March 2021 11:02

By ARN News Centre

As Dubai hosts Ironman 70.3 2021 Triathlon Championship on Friday, a number of roads will be temporarily closed.

Taking to their official Twitter handle, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has mapped out alternate routes for motorists as Jumeirah Road, Umm Suqueim Street and Al Qudra Road will be temporarily closed.

Drivers can take Al Wasl Road, Latifa Bint Hamdan Street, Al Meydan Road, Dubai-Al Ain Road or Lehbab Road to avoid delays.

The rolling road closures will remain in place until 1:50 pm.

To commute easily during the IRONMAN 70.3 2021 Triathlon Championship on Friday, March 12th, follow #RTA's guidelines and use alternative routes to reach your destination. pic.twitter.com/qm7hhLr15b
— RTA (@rta_dubai) March 11, 2021

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— RTA (@rta_dubai) March 11, 2021

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