As summer temperatures soar, the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has issued essential heat wave guidelines to safeguard residents and visitors from extreme heat.

Remember to stay hydrated and take necessary precautions during hot weather.

 

Heat wave Guidelines and Safety Recommendations:

·       To stay safe in the heat, monitor weather forecasts for heat wave alerts and ensure your first aid kit includes essentials like electrolyte water, a thermometer, water bottles, cooling cloths, and a battery-operated water sprayer.

·       Both residents and visitors are advised to keep a heat stress guidebook and emergency contact information readily available.

·       To maintain indoor comfort, Ministry also suggests blocking direct sunlight with shades or curtains during peak hours (12:30 to 03:30 PM) and opening windows at night for ventilation.

·       The use of air conditioners, air coolers and fans is recommended to keep temperatures low.

·       Plan your outdoor activities during cooler times of the day, either in the early morning or late evening. Remember to protect yourself from the sun by applying sunscreen and wearing hats.

·       To keep yourself fresh and hydrated, follow MoHAP’s advice by drinking water regularly and incorporating hydrating foods into your diet, including cucumbers, watermelon, oranges and strawberries.

·       Lightweight and light-colored with loose-fitting clothing can also help in managing body temperature.

Temperature Range:

This week, daytime temperatures are expected to range from 42°C to 44°C (with certain regions reaching as high as 46°C) but it will feels like 50°C because of rise in humidity level.

Humidity to rise more:

Increase in humidity percentage makes it feel hotter than it is, it’s the humidity that let our body lose more water, so keeping our-self hydrated is the only solution to avoid heat stroke.

According to Dr Ahmed Habib of the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), the 2nd half of summer is characterized by a sudden rise in humidity, which makes it feel hotter than it is. So, to stay cool, take precautions in the extreme heat. 

Calling all UAE Residents, Do not violate UAE Law or get ready for strict punishments including life imprisonment, deportation and hefty fines.

Big news came from UAE as the Abu Dhabi Federal Court ordered life time imprisonment and deportation (Life time Ban) to some of the Bangladeshi nationals residing in the United Arab Emirates.

Abu Dhabi Federal Court

Keep in mind that large-scale marches, riots and Protests are not allowed in UAE.

On Friday, Chancellor Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, UAE Attorney-General, had ordered an immediate investigation into the arrested Bangladeshi nationals for unlawful assembly and inciting riots in several streets across the UAE.

"3 Life Imprisonment, 54 Deportation sentences issued by Abu Dhabi Federal Appeal Court against Bangladeshi Nationals for ‘unlawful assembly’".

The Abu Dhabi Federal court of appeal:

·       Court sentenced 57 Bangladeshi nationals, who gathered and incited riots across several streets in the UAE including Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

·       The court sentenced 3 of the accused to life imprisonment for calling for demonstrations and inciting riots to pressure their home government.

·       Another 53 defendants received 10-year prison terms, with one, who entered the country illegally and participated in the riot, being sentenced to eleven years.

·       The court also ordered their deportation at the end of their prison terms and the confiscation of all seized devices.

The defendants were brought to trial after an investigation led by a team of 30 investigators confirmed their involvement in gathering in public, inciting unrest, disrupting public security, and promoting such gatherings and protests, including recording and disseminating audiovisual footage of these actions online. 

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Several of the defendants confessed to the crimes with which they were accused.

The court heard a witness who confirmed that the defendants gathered and organised large-scale marches in several streets of the UAE in protest against decisions made by the Bangladeshi government. This led to riots, disruption of public security, obstruction of law enforcement, and endangerment of public and private property. The police had warned the protesters, ordering them to disperse, to which they were unresponsive.

During the trial, covered by the media, the Public Prosecution demanded the maximum penalty for the accused.

News Source: https://wam.ae/en/article/1411m8f-life-imprisonment-deportation-sentences-issued-abu

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Big News comes from Dubai top attraction; The Dubai Mall parking will not be free starting next week. Yes it’s true, as of Monday July 1 2024; the new paid parking system will officially start.

First announced last year in December 2023, Dubai Mall has partnered with the toll gate provider Salik to put charges in place for parking spaces.

Dubai Mall Parking Cost:

The good thing is that the mall parking will be free for the first 4 hours on Monday to Thursday and 6 hours on Friday to Sunday.

Once the 4 hours spent, visitor will pay the following:

Weekdays (Monday to Thursday)

·       4 – 5 hours: AED40

·       5 – 6 hours: AED60

·       6 – 7 hours: AED80

·       8 – 12 hours: AED100

·       12 – 24 hours: AED500

·       24 hours+: AED1,000

Weekends (Friday to Sunday)

·       6 – 7 hours: AED80

·       7 – 8 hours: AED100

·       8 – 12 hours: AED200

·       12 – 24 hours: AED500

·       24 hours+: AED1,000

Above charges apply to Grand parking, Cinema parking and Fashion parking. For now, Zabeel and Fountain Views parking are free. People of determination, public service providers and valet drop-offs are all exempt from paying for Dubai Mall parking.

How Parking fees will be deducted?

The new parking system is the ticketless and barrier free parking that uses vehicle plate recognition to deduct fees from the Salik user accounts of vehicles. Mall visitors won’t have to download any additional apps or use payment machines in the malls. They can use Salik App for recharge and parking payments.

For Vehicles without salik tag and vehicle with number plates from other emirates, their will be a one time registration or cash ticket which will be confirmed soon. 

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