The UAE has confirmed 2,094 new cases of COVID-19 from 185,007 tests.
Another 1,900 people have recovered, taking the overall recovery tally to 495,589.
Meanwhile, five more patients have died, bringing the total number of fatalities to 1,578.
A total of 514,591 cases have been diagnosed in the UAE so far, out of which 17,424 are currently active.
Some Dubai flights cancelled due to adverse weather conditions
Some flights operating at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) were cancelled or delayed on Friday due to adverse weather conditions.
Dubai deploys special patrols, emergency crew to monitor traffic during rains
Dubai Police has deployed a number of patrols, while Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has positioned more than 2,000 staff to respond to any emergencies due to the unstable weather conditions.
UAE leaders congratulate Morocco on FIFA Arab Cup win
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages congratulating Morocco's King Mohammed VI after they won the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 in Qatar on Thursday.
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.
