UAE traffic: crash in Dubai creates tailbacks

Vehicle build up in key areas slows early traffic

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - August 12, 2018: Morning commuters head from Dubai towards Abu Dhabi on the first day of no speed buffer. Sunday, August 12th, 2018 on E11, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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An accident on Al Khail road on Sunday caused congestion, with cars backing up in the direction of Sharjah near the Warsan area.

Traffic clogged roads early on Sunday across Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Khail, Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and Al Ittihad roads.

Commuters faced delays at Discovery Gardens, International City, Oud Metha, Mirdiff, Al Quoz and Al Nahda areas.

Traffic was slow near Mussaffah bridge in Abu Dhabi, the International Airport, on the E10 towards Abu Dhabi near the Al Shahama exit and on the Sweihan road after the Sweihan bridge.

In Sharjah, traffic slowed down near Industrial area 11, 12 and 15 and near the National Paints factory.