Dubai Metro services were severely impacted as the UAE saw unprecedented rain on Tuesday. Operations nearly came to a standstill, leaving around 200 commuters stranded at several stations.
Those planning to take the Metro today are advised to plan their journey carefully. Service disruptions can still be expected as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced scheduled maintenance at stations along the Red and Green lines on Wednesday, April 17. This maintenance work will affect operations at the stations, as well as Metro timings.
Free shuttle bus services will be provided at affected stations to help passengers reach their destinations.
Dubai Tram, on the other hand, is operating according to its regular schedule.
If you’re commuting via Dubai Metro today, here’s a guide to stations that are open on Red Line and Green Line:
Red Line
Here are the Red Line stations that are operational:
- Centrepoint Station to Business Bay Station
- Jabal Ali to Expo 2020 Station
- Centrepoint Station to GGICO Metro Station
- BurJuman Station to Business bay Station
The RTA announced that services were back on four stations: Emirates Towers, Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall, Financial Centre and Business Bay.
“Work is ongoing to open the rest of the stations gradually,” it said.
Those who have to go to affected stations in between are provided shuttle services for free.
Green Line
Here are the Green Line stations that are operational:
- Etisalat station to Abu Hail
- Creek station to Al Ras
- From Jabal Ali Station to Expo 2020
Those who have to go to affected stations in between are provided shuttle services for free. Below is a map of the Dubai Metro, for your reference:
Around 200 commuters have found themselves stranded at Jebel Ali Metro Station without access to amenities for hours, following the suspension of Dubai Metro operations towards Centrepoint.
In the wake of heavy rains pounding the city, commuters were left seeking answers from the service providers authority. One resident said, “There is no clarity on when metro services will resume. Tempers are running high as the Zoom stores are closed and toilets are clogged.”
Source: Khaleej Times
