Sharjah fireworks ban: More than 1,200 security officers deployed on New Year’s Eve – News
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Ahead of New Year celebrations in the United Arab Emirates, Sharjah police have beefed up their security presence after the authority announced a ban on fireworks and celebrations in the emirate.
The move is a “sincere expression” of solidarity with the people of Gaza, where the war between Israel and Hamas has claimed more than 20,000 lives.
The authority has deployed 362 military and civil patrols and 933 police officers in various areas of the emirate, as part of its comprehensive security and traffic plan.
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The force has appealed to all “institutions and people” to cooperate with it and adhere to the announcement. Legal action will be taken against those who violate the ban. The police did not specify the sanctions that will be imposed on violators.
The authority is committed to providing support and response to the public and will ensure that people comply with the announced regulations and instructions. It has called for cooperation with law enforcement agencies to strengthen public safety and report any violations.
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