COVID-19: Ras Al Khaimah bans random sports activities

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Authorities in Ras Al Khaimah have warned of tough action against people engaging in random sports activities without complying with COVID-19 safety measures.

Playing cricket, football or other sports in housing complexes and between buildings by flouting the COVID-19 rules, is banned in the emirate.

The Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Team has also prohibited such activities in crowded areas.

Major General Ali Abdullah bin Alwan Al Nuaimi, Commander-in-Chief of Ras Al Khaimah Police said violators will be fined, and held legally accountable.

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