Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced the partial closure of the Al Maktoum Bridge. The authority did not specify the reason for the shutdown.The RTA urged motorists to use alternative routes to reach their destinations as the Bridge will be closed from Mondays to Saturdays, six days per week, from 12:00am to 5:00am. The key motorway will be inaccessible during these hours until Saturday, May 13, 2023.

To ensure a smooth traffic flow, the authority has developed an integrated plan to reroute traffic to alternative roads and crossings.

Drivers can use Al Garhoud Bridge, Business Bay Bridge, Al Shindagha Tunnel, and Infinity Bridge as alternative routes to reach their destinations. The RTA has urged drivers to comply with the traffic rules and regulations during the closure period to ensure their safety and the safety of other road users.