Have you received a phone alert for an emergency? The most recent guidance for Dubai locals and tourists
This item was last modified on Wednesday, March 4, at 7:35 a.m.
Due to the current situation in the UAE, residents and tourists to Dubai have received a number of phone warnings and updates in recent days.
Certain devices have received alerts since Saturday, February 28, to provide the most recent guidance.
The official updates are available here as they happen.
Wednesday, March 4.
Residents and visitors to Dubai have received instructions from the NCEMA on what to do in the event that they receive an emergency phone alert.
March 3, Tuesday
The Ministry of Interior sent out an alert to certain devices in Dubai around 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, telling locals to take refuge in the nearest secure structure.
March 2, Monday
The people was urged by the UAE government to proceed cautiously with their regular activities.
While keeping an eye on the situation, the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority urged people to carry on with their daily lives as much as possible.
"Carry out your usual activities while exercising caution and care, and follow instructions and news from official sources," was the entire NCEMA statement.
"All measures in place are focused on protecting the community and maintaining the highest levels of preparedness, and monitoring remains continuous."
March 1st, Sunday
"The safety of citizens, residents, and visitors is a top priority that cannot be compromised," according to a statement released by the UAE Ministry of Defense on Sunday, March 1. The government has informed locals of any incidents as they occur and will do so going forward.
People in impacted areas received emergency alerts over the weekend, advising them to seek shelter. Due to DXB flight delays, UAE airspace is still blocked till Tuesday, March 3.
On Sunday, March 1, Dubai Police released a statement from the Ministry of Interior, advising locals to exercise caution and only dial the emergency 999 number when absolutely required.
"The Ministry of Interior urges the public to contact the emergency hotline (999) for emergency situations only, to ensure prompt response and effective assistance," stated the message that was posted on X. In the sake of public safety, the Ministry urges everyone to work together and behave appropriately.
The private sector is still running smoothly, according to the Dubai Media Office.
"Dubai's private sector continues to operate normally, with the majority of commercial activities running without disruption," the statement stated. We applaud the industry's dedication and tenacity in maintaining the emirate's economic momentum.
Additionally, the Dubai Media Office has warned the public and media to avoid disseminating unsubstantiated content and to only rely on official sources for factual information.
Up until Wednesday, March 4, schools throughout the city will also implement distance learning.
The Early Warning System of the Nation
The National Early Warning System in the United Arab Emirates enables government organizations like the Ministry of Health and Prevention, Dubai Police, and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority to send out phone warnings for public safety.
Cellular broadcast technology is used to send alerts to phones in specific geographic locations around the United Arab Emirates; in this instance, the alerts were directed at individuals who were currently in Dubai.
Regardless of whether your smartphone is an Apple or Android device, alerts will show up by default, so you shouldn't need to enable notifications in the settings.
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