Truck and bus drivers in Abu Dhabi have been warned against randomly parking on the sides of roads which might threaten their safety, the emirates’ police announced on Thursday.
The authority warned motorists who stop on roadsides for random reasons — which often includes to perform prayer — that it may be unsafe for them as well as other road users.
This could also cause traffic accidents especially during evening rush hour, the authority stated.
Owners of heavy vehicles, trucks, buses, business owners and bus distribution officials have been instructed to alert drivers to not randomly park on roads and refrain from any ‘uncivilised behaviour’.
For those wishing to pray, they have been urged to head to nearby mosques, designated prayer houses, or safe areas.
As per Article 62 of the Federal Traffic and Roads Law, parking vehicles at intersections and road bends will cost motorists a fine of Dh500.
Additionally, Article 70 of the Federal Traffic and Roads Law states that drivers not adhering to traffic signs and instructions will be fined Dh500.
*本资料来自Khleej Times