Accidents on Al Khail Road lead to logjam

Frustrated commuters have found themselves locked in morning gridlock on Thursday morning with Al Khail Road being called a “mess” by few as two separate accidents brings traffic to a crawl.

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Commuters are further blaming rubberneckers as the cause behind the added congestion, with Louie da Costa tweeting: “Accident Al Khail Road after Nad Al Sheba exit. It’s on the side but you know these rubberneckers!”

The situation has been so dire that even Dubai Police took to social media to send out a plea, saying: “An accident on Al Meydan bridge towards Abu Dhabi; please don’t stop for watching the incident to avoid traffic congestion.”

While details of the two accidents are yet unclear, commuters are complaining the nearby arteries, including the Dubai Mall exit, is blocked with cars as drivers look for alternatives.

Stacey A said: “Weather might be stunning today in Dubai but traffic isn't! Solid from Al Khail down to Dubai Mall.”

Meanwhile, the jams have caused tailbacks reaching Business Bay Crossing, with Traffic Dubai tweeting: “Al Khail Rd starting from Business Bay Bridge towards Abu Dhabi looking terrible. Avoid if you can heading to Jebel Ali.”

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