Dubai Police received 24,723 calls across its emergency and non-emergency lines from noon on December 31 to noon on January 1, coinciding with New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Brigadier Turki bin Faris, Director of the General Department of Operations, praised the efforts of staff at the Command and Control Centre and the 901 Call Centre for their professionalism and prompt responses to public inquiries
The Command and Control Centre received 22,606 calls via the emergency line (999).
Brigadier bin Faris noted that it demonstratesd the dedication of Dubai Police to ensuring public security during high-demand periods.
Major Yaqoub Al Sarouash, Director of the 901 Call Centre, reported handling 2,117 non-emergency calls. Additionally, staff managed 398 live chat inquiries through electronic platforms.
Dubai Police reminded the public that 999 is reserved for emergencies, while 901 serves non-emergency inquiries and services, ensuring efficient resource allocation and exceptional community support at all times.
An earthquake measuring 2.9 on the Richter scale was recorded in the southern Musandam region early Sunday morning, according to the National Seismic Network at the UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, has welcomed the United Nations’ assessment mission to El Fasher as an important step toward restoring humanitarian access for civilians who have endured months of siege and deprivation.
Sharjah Airport has said it is fully prepared for a surge in passenger traffic during the winter holiday period after introducing operational measures to improve passenger flow and maintain service standards.
A humanitarian aid convoy provided by the UAE's Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Foundation for Charity and Humanitarian Work has entered the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, carrying vital therapeutic and preventive supplies for children and women.
Dubai Police have taken firm action against 90 individuals for riding electric bikes in a reckless and dangerous manner on sports tracks and dedicated scooter lanes at Kite Beach.
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