Dubai Police boosts security for Eid Al Adha holidays
James Thorpe
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Dubai will deploy over 3,500 police officers and intensify patrols during the Eid Al Adha break.
465 traffic and security patrols will also be deployed, with 800 personnel from private sector companies also helping to ensure safety and efficiency during the holidays.
According to The National (via MSN), Dubai Police also confirmed that 165 lifeguards, 123 ambulances, 738 paramedics and 75 Civil Defence vehicles will be deployed to assist.
Heightened security for Eid Al Adha
Maj Gen Abdullah Al Ghaithi, Assistant Commander-in-Chief of Operations and Chairman of the Events Security Committee commented: “We will intensify patrols of all kinds [throughout the Eid Al Adha holidays] to secure the city.
“We urge motorists to follow up traffic laws and speed limits to avoid accidents.
“People who enjoy going to the beach and use jet skis shouldn’t be near the beaches or families to avoid accidents. We will intensify patrols of all kinds to secure the city.
“We urge motorists to follow up traffic laws and speed limit to avoid accidents.”
