Construction work stopped in Al Ain, parks closed

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Authorities in Al Ain and Abu Dhabi City are taking further precautionary measures to deal with adverse weather conditions.

Al Ain municipality has ordered a halt to construction work and issued directives for building sites to be secured with barriers and temporary fences.

All public parks and playgrounds wil also remain closed until further notice.

A similar announcement was made by the Abu Dhabi City municipality regarding the closure of all parks and beaches until the weather conditions stabilise.

 

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