Fog leads to reduced speed limits on key Abu Dhabi roads

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Abu Dhabi has reduced the speed limit on the Abu Dhabi - Dubai road to 80 kmph as foggy conditions reduce visibility.

The National Center of Meteorology on Tuesday issued a fog warning to a large section of Abu Dhabi, and scattered parts of the Nothern Emirates including Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, and Ras Al Khaimah.

In a series of Tweets, Abu Dhabi Police announced a reduction in speed limit to 80 km/h on key roads including Ghantoot - Al Smeeh, Al Faya road, and Al Shahama – Seih Shuaib.

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