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Times of Oman
09-07-2025
- Climate
- Times of Oman
ROP warns of low horizontal visibility on this road in Oman
Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has issued a warning to motorists using Sultan Said bin Taimur Road, urging them to exercise caution due to challenging driving conditions. The ROP stated that low visibility and sand accumulation have been reported on certain sections of the road, specifically from Al Barakat Bridge to the Al Zahia area in Adam. This is attributed to active winds in the region. In a public statement, the ROP advised: "For users of Sultan Said bin Taimur Road, low visibility and sand accumulation on some sections of the road from Al Barakat Bridge to Al Zahia area in Adam due to active winds. Please be careful." Drivers are advised to adjust their speed, maintain a safe distance, and be aware of potential hazards on these affected stretches of road.
Times of Oman
30-06-2025
- Climate
- Times of Oman
ROP urges motorists to exercise caution due to reduced visibility
Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has urged motorists to drive cautiously due to active winds in desert areas across the across the Sultanate of Oman. ROP said in a statement :" For road users in desert areas across the country, active winds are expected to cause sand accumulation and reduced visibility due to rising dust. Please be careful and cautious."
