Combatting COVID-19: Disinfection drive covers all areas in Dubai

Dubai Media Office

All areas of Dubai have been successfully covered during the National Disinfection Programme.

An official at Dubai Municipality told ARN News that hundreds of people are working round-the-clock to contain the coronavirus.

Dr. Naseem Mohammed Rafee, Director of Health and Safety Department at the Municipality, explains what they're working on now.

Meanwhile, authorities have reassured residents that the products used to deep clean the city are completely safe.

Dr. Rafee explains what kinds of products they're using to disinfect the emirate.

The disinfection drive in Dubai has now been extended for 24 hours a day for the next two weeks.   

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