Two outlets in Dubai have been shut for flouting COVID-19 health and safety protocols as authorities step up inspections to curb the spread of coronavirus.
A shisha cafe in Oud Metha and a salon in Naif were asked to close down due to overcrowding.
Another 15 outlets were issued warnings and eight more fined during Dubai Municipality's latest checks that covered more than 2,200 premises.
#DubaiMunicipality continues strengthening its inspection campaigns to ensure the commitment to precautionary measures. The total commitment rate reached 99%, and the number of inspection visits reached 2,274. 2 establishments were closed, while the number of alerts reached 15. pic.twitter.com/wuFavMdno4
— بلدية دبي | Dubai Municipality (@DMunicipality) February 26, 2021
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