Authorities in Sharjah have uncovered 15 violations related to damages to the emirate’s plant species in the first quarter of 2020.
The Sharjah Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) said they were mainly caused by soil levelling work and cutting of trees.
Offenders were fined AED 10,000.
The law prohibits activities that damage the environment, such as dumping, burying, storing hazardous waste, disposal of wastes, polluting wild areas, bulldozing and causing damage to people’s health.
Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary set for AED 650 million makeover
Dubai completes region's first test flight of Joby Air Taxi
UAE cracks down on firms not practising licensed activities
Abu Dhabi population grows 7.5% in 2024, exceeds 4 million
UAE condemns attack on Pakistan military convoy
