Dubai traffic alert: Major diversions from June 28, check full list of affected routes

Dubai traffic alert: Major diversions from June 28, check full list of affected routes

Dubai roads will face major diversions from June 28 for two months due to drainage work. (Image: X/RTA)

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has announced a series of temporary traffic diversions for major infrastructure upgrades. The works include improvements to rainwater and groundwater drainage systems and road resurfacing at multiple underpasses across the city.The diversions will begin on June 28, 2025, and are expected to continue for two months.Also Read: Did humans really live in the UAE 210,000 years ago? Cave discovery at Jebel Faya could rewrite human historyMudon Underpass – Emirates RoadThe first diversion will affect the Mudon Underpass on Emirates Road. The upgrade work at this location includes enhancements to the drainage network and resurfacing of the road.Live Events(Image courtesy: X/RTA)Recommended alternative routes for motorists include:Underpass 7 – A U-turn route towards Jebel AliHessa Street leading to Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Street, heading towards DubaiAl Barari Underpass – Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed RoadAnother key location under diversion is the Al Barari Underpass on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road. Similar to the Mudon site, this project aims to upgrade the drainage infrastructure and improve road surfaces.(Image courtesy: X/RTA)To avoid traffic delays in this route in Dubai, alternatives for drivers include:Dubai–Al Ain Bridge – U-turn towards Jebel AliGlobal Village Underpass and Umm Suqeim Street intersection – U-turn towards SharjahUmm Al Daman Underpass – Dubai–Al Ain RoadIn addition to the above, the RTA has also announced a temporary diversion at the Umm Al Daman Underpass located on Dubai–Al Ain Road. This site will undergo work to improve the drainage systems and resurface the road. (Image courtesy: X/RTA)Drivers in this area can use the Umm Nahad Bridge (Intersection 4), which provides a U-turn route towards Dubai.Also Read: Saudi Arabia gives 30 days to exit on expired visit visas in Hijri New Year initiative; Here’s how to applyRTA AdvisoryThe RTA has issued an advisory for all motorists to plan trips ahead of time, leave early to avoid delays, and follow all posted traffic signs and directions.The authority shared updates via its social media channels and assured the public that the works are part of broader efforts to prepare for future rainfall events and maintain high road safety standards.(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel)

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