The UAE has confirmed 2,028 new cases of COVID-19 from 492,099 tests in the past 24 hours.
Another 910 people have recovered, taking the overall tally to 777,096.
Three patients have died, taking the total number of fatalities to 2,243.
A total of 845,058 cases have been diagnosed in the UAE so far, out of which 65,719 are currently active.
UAE responds to missile and drone threats
Authorities are urging the public to remain in a safe location as UAE air defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
Abu Dhabi Police handle 117,000 reports during unstable weather conditions
Abu Dhabi Police handled 117,000 reports received by operations rooms in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra during the emirate’s exposure to the tropical weather conditions from March 21-27.
More unsettled weather expected across UAE
The National Centre of Meteorology is forecasting unsettled weather across the UAE in the coming days, starting with a noticeable drop in temperatures on Saturday, followed by brief stability before rain returns from midweek through April 1.
UAE air defences intercept 6 missiles and 9 drones on Friday
The UAE air defences have intercepted 6 ballistic missiles and 9 drones on Friday, according to a statement from the Ministry of Defence.
