Abu Dhabi launches new radars to catch speeding motorists in bad weather
Posted by Zaran Tarapore on Apr 8, 2019
New radars that catch motorists who speed in unstable weather conditions have been installed across the emirate of Abu Dhabi. In an effort to reduce the number and severity of accidents in bad weather, Abu Dhabi Police have installed radars that will fine motorists who fail to slow down during foggy or dusty conditions.
In the event of bad weather, electronic message boards notify motorists of temporary speeds they should follow. For instance, the speed limit on a 120 km/h road is reduced to 80 km/h when the visibility is reduced to less than 2,000-meters, and motorists should adhere to these speed limits for their safety and the safety of other road users.
In bad weather, motorists should pay careful attention to the electronic signboards and follow the speed limits posted on them very closely. As per the UAE Federal Traffic Law, motorists will be charged AED 600 for exceeding the speed limit by 30km/h, AED 700 for exceeding the limit by 40km/h, and AED 1,000 for exceeding the speed limit by 50km/h. When weather conditions improve and visibility is restored, motorists should then follow the speed limit stated on the traffic signs printed on the side of the road.
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