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Trucks, heavy vehicles, and buses transporting workers will be banned from visiting Abu Dhabi Island during the 51st Union Day and Commemoration Day celebrations, according to Abu Dhabi Police. The movement ban applies to all entrances, including the Sheikh Zayed Bridge, the Sheikh Khalifa Bridge, the Mussafah Bridge, and the Al Maqtaa Bridge. According to Brigadier Mohammad Dhahi Al Hamiri, Director of the Traffic and Patrols Directorate, the traffic ban will begin at 12 noon on Wednesday (November 30) until 1am on Sunday (December 4). He noted that vehicles used for public cleaning and logistics support are exempt from the traffic restrictions. He also stated that a comprehensive traffic strategy would be executed, including deploying traffic patrols on all routes and thorough monitoring via smart technology to ensure traffic flow. Motorists are also advised to follow traffic laws to maintain traffic safety. BKM/ Expat Media
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