Abu Dhabi Police warn against illegal parking near mosques
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Abu Dhabi Police have urged motorists to park only in designated spaces and avoid illegal parking near mosques and on main roads, especially during Friday prayers.
The Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate said random parking around mosques poses risks to road users and disrupts traffic flow during the weekly gathering.
Police warned that vehicles parked on main roads, at mosque entrances or behind other vehicles can block traffic, obstruct access to parking areas and prevent motorists from leaving after prayers.
The authority said such behaviour is inconsiderate and is a traffic violation under the Federal Traffic Law.
Motorists who park behind other vehicles in a way that obstructs their movement can be fined Dh500, police said. A Dh500 fine also applies for improperly parking a vehicle.
Authorities called on worshippers to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra time to find legal parking and avoid stopping in places that could endanger road users or block emergency access.
Abu Dhabi Police urged motorists to follow traffic rules and park only in designated areas to help ensure public safety and convenience, especially during peak periods such as Friday prayers.