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Sharjah 24
2 days ago
- Sharjah 24
Al Hamriyah beach welcomes Eid Al Adha visitors with joy
Non-stop readiness and preparation Al Hamriyah Municipality mobilised its teams around the clock, implementing a detailed operational plan. This included cleaning, beautifying and pre-preparing beach and park facilities, upgrading services, and showcasing the area's scenic and touristic appeal to accommodate visitors from all age groups and social backgrounds. Full safety measures in place As part of its commitment to safety, the municipality enforced comprehensive public safety measures, activating a full maritime rescue system with watchtowers along the beach and trained lifeguard teams equipped with modern rescue and first aid tools. These efforts aimed to create a worry-free environment for families, especially with the rise in swimming and marine activities during Eid. Welcoming with warmth and inclusivity The municipality's teams also focused on the human and social aspects of Eid, greeting visitors with flowers and symbolic gifts in a gesture reflecting Al Hamriyah's hospitality and cultural authenticity. Special facilities were provided for people with disabilities and the elderly, underscoring the municipality's commitment to inclusivity and quality of life. Enhancing Sharjah's tourism map These efforts align with Al Hamriyah Municipality's strategic goals to provide high-quality municipal services that go beyond cleanliness and beautification, aiming to build an integrated community experience rooted in sustainability, professionalism and innovation — reinforcing Al Hamriyah's place on Sharjah's cultural and tourism map. Community joy and service excellence With its dedicated preparations and exceptional services, the municipality offered a model of excellence during public holidays, successfully bringing smiles to the faces of beach and parkgoers in a festive scene reflecting Al Hamriyah's spirit and its people's warm welcome. Praise for a well-rounded experience According to Mubarak Rashid Al Shamsi, Director of Al Hamriyah Municipality, national teams worked diligently to create a joyful atmosphere at the beach, which saw large numbers of families and tourists arriving to enjoy the natural beauty and outstanding services. He noted that the beach had become a prime destination during Eid. Services designed for comfort and access Municipal teams ensured an ideal visitor experience by boosting services and maintaining facilities 24/7. Cleanliness, maintenance, and safety teams worked continuously, while public facilities like restrooms, shaded seating areas and green spaces were enhanced. Dedicated walking paths improved accessibility. One standout feature was the introduction of a 'floating chair' service — a wheelchair designed for safe beach and swimming access — making Al Hamriyah the first destination in Sharjah to offer such a community service for the elderly and people with disabilities. A memorable Eid by the sea Al Shamsi affirmed that the large turnout at the beach reflected the high quality of services provided. Teams remained on duty to ensure cleanliness, safety and comfort for all, delivering an exceptional and well-organised Eid experience. As the third day of Eid Al Adha came to a close, visitors left Al Hamriyah Beach with joyful memories, confirming its reputation as a go-to destination for families and individuals during holidays — offering a unique blend of relaxation, entertainment and thoughtful organisation, in a scene that truly captured the spirit of Eid.
Sharjah 24
4 days ago
- General
- Sharjah 24
Al Hamriyah Municipality extends Eid al-Adha greetings to citizens
Before sunrise, Al Hamriyah Municipality teams lined up in front of the Eid prayer room, welcoming worshippers with greetings and congratulations. They distributed bouquets of flowers, sweets, and water, embodying the values of giving and human connection. The event included the elderly, families, and children, who expressed their happiness with this joyful community gesture. Fostering a sense of community among residents The Municipality's participation in this occasion reflects its ongoing commitment to the Sharjah Government's vision of enhancing quality of life and fostering a sense of community among residents, achieving the goals of social sustainability and building a cohesive and united society under the banner of the Union. Strengthening community ties His Excellency Mubarak Rashid Al Shamsi, Director of Al Hamriyah Municipality, emphasised that this initiative falls within the framework of the municipality's commitment to strengthening community ties and affirming its commitment to its societal role alongside its service-oriented responsibilities. He noted that celebrating Eid al-Adha represents a national and spiritual occasion that deepens feelings of belonging and loyalty and brings joy to everyone's hearts, especially in public places that witness a large turnout from citizens and residents. Comprehensive preparations Al Shamsi stated that Al Hamriyah Municipality has developed a comprehensive action plan to secure various facilities in the area during the Eid holiday. This includes equipping prayer rooms, cleaning the beach, rehabilitating parks and public facilities, and providing staff to serve people with disabilities and senior citizens. Furthermore, field teams are active around the clock to facilitate visitor movement. As part of the comprehensive preparations, the municipality's inspection teams continued to conduct inspection campaigns on food establishments, markets, and shops to ensure their compliance with health and environmental requirements, ensure food safety, and provide a safe shopping environment for citizens and visitors. For their part, a number of worshippers and visitors to the area expressed their gratitude and appreciation for the Al Hamriyah Municipality's initiative, which they described as having touched their hearts and contributed to spreading a positive atmosphere on Eid morning. They emphasised that these gestures reflect the deep relationship between government agencies and members of the community, and enhance Al Hamriyah's status as an ideal destination for relaxation and recreation during special occasions, holidays, and national days.
Sharjah 24
02-06-2025
- General
- Sharjah 24
Al Hamriyah Municipality is set to welcome Eid al-Adha
Al Hamriyah is seeing an influx of visitors and residents and a set of operational plans reflects its commitment to completing all decoration and cleaning work, as well as monitoring and inspecting all aspects of workflow, with the goal of creating a sense of satisfaction and happiness among residents, visitors, and tourists. Al Hamriyah Municipality has exerted efforts over the past few days to complete various arrangements and preparations for Eid. Municipal teams from various departments and divisions continue to implement their operational plans for the Eid period to ensure the comfort of residents and welcome visitors and tourists around the clock. Roads preparartions His Excellency Mubarak Rashid Al Shamsi, Director of Al Hamriyah Municipality, revealed that the municipality has completed decorations of public squares, bridges, and roads over the past few days. This is part of its commitment to nurturing the artistic taste of road users and passersby, reflecting the festive, carnival-like atmosphere and joy of Eid. The decorations feature special designs inspired by the spirituality of Eid al-Adha. Al Shamsi emphasised that Al Hamriyah Municipality is working in accordance with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, to provide the highest quality services across all municipal operations. Enhancing public safety and security in beaches Al Hamriyah Municipality has intensified its efforts in beach services in Al Hamriyah to welcome Eid al-Adha, in addition to enhancing public safety and security measures on Al Hamriyah Beach. These include providing specialised lifeguards along the entire beachfront, providing marine rescue platforms, identifying designated swimming areas, and providing jet skis for rapid intervention to prevent drowning. Inspection visits to markets Al Shamsi noted that Al Hamriyah Municipality's municipal inspection and public health teams have intensified their efforts and procedures for field monitoring and inspection visits to various markets, points of sale, restaurants, cafeterias, grocery stores, beauty salons, fruit and vegetable shops, and sweets and nuts shops. This is to ensure that health standards and requirements for establishments are implemented and met for public health and safety purposes. This is part of Al Hamriyah Municipality's efforts to ensure the safety of food and various goods during the Eid al-Adha holiday. Protecting consumers Al Shamsi explained that Al Hamriyah Municipality is implementing several operational plans to serve and protect consumers during the Eid al-Adha holiday. He indicated that the municipality will intensify inspection visits to the area's markets and restaurants during this period, and will monitor points of sale to ensure the implementation of various health measures on various food products in the area. This is part of the ongoing periodic monitoring of food outlets to protect consumer health. Al Shamsi concluded with several tips and guidelines for beach visitors, including the importance of adhering to the widespread beach instructions and signs available to everyone in several languages. He also emphasized the importance of adhering to the advisory flag that indicates beach going conditions, swimming within safe swimming areas, staying away from areas with strong sea currents, not going to the beach if the red flag is raised and the waves are high, and ensuring that children are supervised during their beach visit.
Sharjah 24
06-05-2025
- Climate
- Sharjah 24
Al Hamriyah Municipality launches its summer campaign
This campaign continues the efforts of the Municipality of Al Hamriyah in raising awareness and enhancing public safety and security at various public facilities during the summer, particularly at Al Hamriyah Beach and the beach park, which see a high influx of community members, visitors, and tourists. Awareness and safety The annual campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of following proper guidelines when swimming in the sea and to emphasize safety measures to prevent water-related accidents such as dry drowning and strong currents. The campaign kickoff involved 900 participants and included a range of interactive activities and workshops using eco-friendly materials, along with workshops aimed at sun protection, such as the "My Summer Hat" workshop. Police involvement The General Command of Sharjah Police, as the strategic partner and main supporter of the awareness campaign, provided various awareness activities, including a seminar on drowning prevention. They also deployed a security patrol at the event site to distribute flyers to beachgoers, with notable participation from the Comprehensive Al Hamriyah Police Station. Marine safety education Additionally, the marine rescue company "Tornado Total Landscape Marine Rescue Services" held a seminar to explain the meanings of the warning colors of the beach flag system at Al Hamriyah Beach, informing visitors about sea conditions. The seminar included activities related to the dangers of marine currents and how to avoid them, as well as how to rescue someone who is drowning in the sea or private pools, along with a presentation on first aid. Community participation The campaign, held over the weekend, saw broad participation from all visitors to the beach park. National staff from the Public Health Department of the municipality conducted an educational workshop providing important information about food safety in summer, food storage, and transportation methods, along with guidelines and tips for protecting food from sunlight during beach visits. Children's activities Aisha Sultan Mohammed, head of the City Facilities and Outdoor Advertising Department, noted that the Al Hamriyah Municipality staff, in cooperation with partners, implemented several recreational workshops for children, featuring a summer and recreational theme. These included entertainment shows, interactive games, and giveaways of cold drinks and refreshments for all participants. Skill development for kids Many child-specific events were organized, including motivational competitions and recreational activities aimed at developing skills and enhancing social abilities among children, encouraging creativity and innovation, and teaching them the importance of following beach safety guidelines while with their families. Commitment to safety Mubarak Rashid Al Shamsi, Director of Al Hamriyah Municipality, confirmed that the municipality is achieving its goals for the "Safe and Happy Summer" campaign by educating visitors about the importance of following beach safety measures and adhering to guidelines provided along the beach and park. This includes swimming in designated areas and monitoring children while at the beach, as well as complying with warning flags indicating sea conditions and following the instructions of marine rescue teams and municipal inspectors stationed along Al Hamriyah Beach. Environmental responsibility Al Shamsi highlighted the ongoing campaign aimed at engaging different community segments and visitors, motivating them to maintain environmental integrity and adhere to public safety procedures during visits to Al Hamriyah Beach. He emphasized the continuation of environmental and awareness efforts to reduce harmful practices and provide advice during official holidays for all targeted groups, enhancing their environmental and social responsibility. Partnership acknowledgment Al Shamsi praised the efforts of the General Command of Sharjah Police, represented by their strategic partnership in executing the "Safe and Happy Summer" campaign. This initiative aims to enhance community safety and security during the summer season while providing awareness to beach visitors, especially children, through organizing educational and recreational activities that promote security culture and public safety concepts. The campaign successfully created a fun and safe atmosphere, contributing to its objectives of community awareness and providing an enjoyable and secure summer for all family members.
Sharjah 24
02-04-2025
- Sharjah 24
Al Hamriyah Beach attracts 28,685 visitors during Eid amidst joy
According to the municipality's reports, the beach saw a large number of visitors over the first three days of Eid. On the first day alone, 6,540 people came to enjoy the beach, while the second day saw an impressive spike with 13,385 visitors. On the third day, 8,760 people visited, bringing the total to 28,685 over the holiday. This clearly shows how popular Al Hamriyah Beach has become for families looking for fun and relaxation in a safe place. To make sure everyone had a great time, Al Hamriyah Municipality put extra efforts into creating a comfortable environment for visitors. They had cleaning and maintenance teams working around the clock to keep the beach and its facilities clean. Security and safety teams were also present to ensure everyone had a safe and enjoyable experience. The beach was equipped with plenty of public facilities, including restrooms, seating areas, and green spaces, making it easy for visitors to access everything they needed while enjoying the festive mood. The social life at Al Hamriyah Beach during Eid was filled with excitement, as families gathered in large numbers, and the sounds of children playing added to the joyful atmosphere. Young people engaged in sports and water activities, creating a lively environment. The festive spirit was evident throughout the beach, with walkways adorned in Eid decorations and warm greetings reflecting the welcoming nature of Emirati hospitality, making everyone feel at home. Mubarak Rashid Al Shamsi, Director of Al Hamriyah Municipality, commented on the large turnout, saying it highlights the excellent services provided by the municipality. He emphasized their dedication to creating an appealing and comfortable environment for everyone. He noted that staff worked tirelessly to ensure a fantastic experience for visitors, focusing on organization, cleanliness, and safety. Al Shamsi also mentioned that the municipality is always looking to improve the beach facilities to meet visitors' needs, making Al Hamriyah a leading destination for family outings and leisure activities. He thanked all the teams involved in making this experience successful and expressed hope that the joy of Eid would continue throughout the holiday. As the third day of Eid came to an end, visitors left Al Hamriyah Beach filled with wonderful memories of their time in the beautiful surroundings. It has clearly become a go-to spot for families and friends during holidays, offering a unique blend of relaxation, entertainment, and excellent organization that captures the essence of Eid in all its beauty.
