The UAE confirmed 1,545 new cases of COVID-19 from 277,994 tests on Friday.
Another 1,480 people have been given the all-clear, taking the overall recovery tally to 668,554.
Two patients have died, bringing the total number of fatalities to 1,971.
A total of 691,554 cases have been diagnosed in the UAE so far, out of which 21,029 are currently active.
Emirates cancels flights due to adverse weather conditions
Emirates Airlines has announced the cancellation of several flights operating at Dubai Airport on Friday due to adverse weather conditions, warning travellers of additional delays.
UAE ministry urges remote work for private sector in weather-hit areas
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) is urging private sector companies in areas most affected by the current weather to implement remote work on Friday, December 19.
UAE completes loading aid ship with 10 million meals for Gaza
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Humanitarian Ship has completed loading over 10 million meals at Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi.
Dubai declares remote work for govt. staff, private sector urged to follow suit
Dubai has declared remote working for all government entities on Friday, December 19, due to the unstable weather forecast across the country, with the private sector urged to do the same.
