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Gulf Today
a day ago
- Gulf Today
Failure to give way to emergency vehicles to lead to Dhs6,000 fine, 6 black points: AD Police
Abu Dhabi Police, represented by the Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate, affirmed that there are three types of emergency vehicles for which road users must give free passage, noting that motorists failing to do so would be slapped with a fine of Dhs6,000, get six black points and their vehicles would be impounded for 30 days. Major Faisal Rashid Al Dhanhani from the Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate said the emergency vehicles that road users must give way to include all types of police cars if they are using emergency lights because they are the first responders to reports and accidents of all kinds. "The same applies to ambulances of all types and civil defence vehicles, as giving way to these vehicles contributes to saving lives," he added. He explained that clearing the way for emergency vehicles contributes to the rapid intervention of concerned police authorities to provide emergency services to the injured and facilitate the work of paramedics in a way that contributes to their rescue in the timely and speedy manner possible. Al Dhanhani called on everyone to help the authorities concerned and contribute to saving lives by giving way to emergency vehicles, noting that the aim is not to issue fines but to convey a message that giving way to emergency vehicles is essential.
Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- General
- Khaleej Times
UAE: Give way to emergency vehicles, Abu Dhabi Police remind drivers
The UAE is one of the few countries in the world where drivers consistently give way to emergency vehicles. Whenever a police patrol, an ambulance or civil defence vehicle approaches, accompanied by flashing lights and a siren, motorists in the UAE generally move aside to let these emergency vehicles pass through. Nonetheless, the UAE is reminding its residents to keep doing the same and strengthen the road safety culture. These emergency vehicles would be rushing to attend to an accident, incident, a fire, and every second counts. With that in mind, police in the UAE capital Abu Dhabi have launched a six-month awareness campaign, urging drivers to give way to emergency vehicles to save lives. In co-ordination with the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority, Abu Dhabi Police launched the campaign titled 'Don't Hesitate – Give Way Immediately.' The campaign aims to educate drivers on traffic laws around giving way to emergency vehicles, and the fines applicable for failure to do so, further enhancing responsible driving habits. Fines According to the Ministry of Interior, motorists who don't give way to emergency, ambulance and police vehicles vehicles will be fined Dh3,000 and 6 traffic points. Further, their vehicles will be confiscated for 30 days. Meanwhile, obstructing entrance and not leaving enough space for a Civil Defence vehicle to manoeuvre between warehouses or obstructing access to these areas would result in a penalty of Dh50,000. Earlier this month, Sharjah Police too warned that blocking emergency vehicles will result in a fine of Dh3,000 and a 30-day vehicle impoundment. 'Every second counts in emergencies. People's lives depend on how fast our rescue teams can reach them. Delays can mean the difference between life and death," a top police had told the Khaleej Times. During adverse weather conditions The fine is even harsher when impeding emergency vehicles during adverse weather conditions. The law says that motorists who obstruct rescue efforts can be fined additional Dh1,000, four more black points, and have their vehicle impounded for 60 days. In numbers According to statistics from the Ministry of Interior, a total of 325 accidents across the UAE were caused by failure to give way to emergency vehicles. The highest was in Dubai with 160 accidents followed by Abu Dhabi (107), Ajman (31), Sharjah (17), Ras Al Khaimah (5), Umm Al Quwain (3), and Fujairah (2). Dos and don'ts According to Road Safety UAE, here's a checklist on the dos and don'ts regarding emergency vehicles. When an emergency vehicle approaches: Keep the noise level down in your vehicle to hear sirens of emergency vehicles. When an emergency vehicle approaches, don't panic, stay alert, and avoid being distracted. Anticipate the likely route the emergency vehicle will take. Make sure you keep the hard shoulders free. Avoid braking abruptly and blocking the road or a junction. Look ahead for a safe area where you can pull over. Slow down, signal and move to the right. At intersections, emergency vehicles often stop or slow down to check if they can pass through safely. At intersections, you must give way to an emergency vehicle even if you are facing a green traffic light. Wait for the emergency vehicle to pass and watch for more than one emergency vehicle. Check to make sure the way is clear and signal before merging back into traffic. When you approach emergency vehicles: Watch for emergency vehicles stopped on the road and shoulders. Slow down and pass with caution, and be prepared to stop. Watch for emergency staff walking around the incident site. Clear the way for arriving additional emergency vehicles. Follow the directions of police or traffic guides. Do not rubberneck! Things to remember: Abu Dhabi Police said that the latest campaign is part of ongoing efforts to further enhance the UAE capital's position as one of the safest in the world. Remember, a simple act can be the difference between life and death.
Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi Police launch Don't Hesitate – Give Way Immediately awareness campaign
30 May 2025 18:04 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Abu Dhabi Police has launched a six-month awareness campaign in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority and partners, urging drivers to give way to emergency vehicles to save lives, protect emergency responders, and strengthen the road safety culture in the Don't Hesitate – Give Way Immediately awareness campaign calls on drivers to save lives by giving way to emergency vehicles through various media and outreach campaign will educate drivers on traffic laws around giving way to emergency vehicles, and the fines applicable for failure to do so, further enhancing responsible driving habits. By ensuring emergency vehicles reach critical scenes without delay, the campaign supports the ongoing efforts of Abu Dhabi Police to further enhance the emirate's position as one of the safest in the world, while reinforcing collective responsibility and supporting the work of emergency responders in protecting lives and property.
The National
4 days ago
- Automotive
- The National
Abu Dhabi Police's Eneron Magnus vehicle
Waleed Alblooshi, director of corporate communications at Kintsugi Holding, in the UAE-made Eneron Magnus Abu Dhabi Police vehicle. All photos: Pawan Singh for The National
The National
4 days ago
- Automotive
- The National
Abu Dhabi Police unveil UAE-made supercharged patrol car
Abu Dhabi Police have started road testing the first UAE-made Eneron Magnus supercharged patrol vehicle. The Magnus is blast-proofed and can accelerate to 100 kph in 6.3 seconds, with a top speed of about 150 kph. On Wednesday, a fully operational technology demonstration vehicle cruised along the Corniche, tailed by a police escort and motorcycle outriders – the first public outing for the latest addition to the force's rapid response fleet. Packed with the latest technology, the Magnus belongs to a new class of robust emergency vehicles. The car has been built by developers at Eneron, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi based technology firm Kintsugi Holding. It made its debut at the Gitex technology exhibition in Dubai last year. 'We're very proud to have reached this stage in collaboration with our partners Abu Dhabi Police,' said Rashed Al Mohtadi, director of marketing and communications of Kintsugi Holding. 'The vehicle can be deployed as a mobile command centre, that has been specified by the police. 'To integrate this kind of technology and equipment within a vehicle of this size, and for it to move at this kind of speed is very difficult to achieve.' The vehicle has been designed to withstand the most challenging of environments, and is powered by a combined electric motor and diesel engine offering a range of about 900km. Its reinforced suspension system and central tyre inflation system ensures the vehicle can operate under all road conditions, and in more tricky desert terrain. In the event of coming under fire, the Magnus is offered with the option of level B6 ballistic protection, safeguarding the cabin, windscreen and windows against high velocity ammunition, machinegun fire and hand grenades. Meanwhile, a self-contained, fully ventilated environment protects those inside from contaminated air or chemical attacks. It has an escape hatch, 21 cameras offering 360° vision, and is well equipped for stealth missions, with exterior infrared lighting providing illumination only visible through night vision. There is also a secure cell inside the vehicle, which can monitor the biometrics and vital signs of those inside. Two drones can be launched from the back of the vehicle, mainly for surveillance, or to find the location of suspects from the air. Voice control The car has an in-house developed AI-Voice Assistant called SAM. Similar to conversational voice assistants found in many modern electric vehicles, it gives those inside voice control over the deployment of drones and other services that could be operation critical. As development vehicles continue to be tested, and the Magnus's off-road capabilities evaluated in the Liwa desert, Mr Al Mohtadi expects a civilian vehicle to be unveiled in 2026, and production in Abu Dhabi to get under way in 2028. Although a price has not been confirmed, developers said it was expected to below the Dh1 million ($272,300) mark. 'We expect this to be used in several scenarios, mainly because of the specifications that the police have requested,' said Mr Al Mohtadi. 'As it's a hybrid range-extender EV, it's able to operate both in diesel and electric, and comes with different driving modes and various mission-specific functionalities. 'We have received a lot of inquiries from civilians in exhibitions, asking if we are making a civilian version of this vehicle. 'This vehicle is unique. At some point, we would like to take this to a global scale in terms of production. 'To have a vehicle of this size move so nimbly and smoothly in the street is unheard of.'
