Dubai launches fumigation campaign for sterilizing the emirate

Municipality of Dubai has launched an 11-day fumigation campaign for sterilizing the nukes and corners of the emirate amid COVID19

The campaign was begun by the Dubai municipality yesterday in the context of precautionary measures against the coronavirus (COVID-19).

The disinfection process is being conducted according to the highest international standards using best-in-class products.

Eng. Dawood Al Hajiri – Director General of Dubai Municipality said the campaign is part of the efforts of Dubai Government entities to ensure the highest level of safety possible in accordance with the guidelines of the World Health Organization and international best practices.

Hajiri also said the administration is dedicated to implementing all measures necessary to face the exceptional situation in collaboration with other key stakeholders in Dubai.

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Dubai Police and Civil Defense, and other relevant authorities in Dubai – all are stakeholders in the 11-day drive that will last till the end of the March.

The disinfection campaign, which began on Al Rigga Street under the supervision of Dubai Municipality officials, will cover at least 95 roads.

On Friday, teams conducted sterilization in Naif St, Al Rigga St, Al Murraqabat St, Baniyas St, Al Khor St, Al Rasheed St, Abu Hail St, Al Maktoum St, Al Quds St, Al Nahda St, and Port Saeed St.