Dubai-bound lanes blocked near Al Badaa Bridge after major highway collision

Sharjah Police issued a public alert on Thursday, 29 October, regarding a traffic accident on Emirates Road that has significantly disrupted vehicle flow between Sharjah and Dubai. The collision occurred on the stretch of highway extending from Intersection No. 7 toward Al Badaa Bridge. The General Command of Sharjah Police confirmed the incident via its official X account, stating that the accident is currently obstructing traffic lanes and causing congestion for commuters heading in that direction. Alternative routes advised Authorities have urged motorists to avoid the affected sector and seek alternative routes to bypass the bottleneck. While police did not specify the number of vehicles involved or the extent of any injuries, patrol units are on-site to manage the scene and restore normal traffic operations. The warning remains in effect for all drivers approaching Al Badaa Bridge from Intersection No. 7. Police advised those already in the vicinity to exercise extreme caution, maintain safe distances, and follow the instructions of traffic officers to prevent secondary collisions. Impact on daily commute The disruption affects a major arterial route used by thousands of commuters traveling between the Northern Emirates and Dubai. Traffic delays are expected to persist until recovery vehicles clear the wreckage from the main carriageway. The announcement follows a series of Sharjah Police initiatives to use social media for real-time traffic updates to reduce peak-hour…