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Abu Dhabi tightens rules on liquid waste disposal, sets fines

Residents and businesses are asked to avoid discharging waste in public areas and report any violations

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Abu Dhabi tightens rules on liquid waste disposal, sets fines

This image shows puddles forming outside a residential compound in Abu Dhabi.

Gulf News

In a bid to preserve the city's cleanliness and environmental integrity, the Abu Dhabi City Municipality has announced strict penalties for the improper disposal of liquid waste, Gulf News reported.

Residents and businesses are being urged to avoid discharging waste into public areas and to report any violations they witness.

Fines will be applied according to the severity of the offense, starting at Dh 1,000 for a first-time violation, escalating to Dh 2,000 for a second, and reaching up to Dh 4,000 for repeated infractions. This is in line with regulations under Clause No. 35 of Law No. 2 of 2012.

The municipality has highlighted the importance of maintaining a clean and sustainable urban environment, sharing images of examples like unauthorized runoff creating unsightly puddles outside residential complexes.

In a public message, the municipality called for collective responsibility, encouraging all residents to contribute to the upkeep of public spaces and to practice responsible waste management.

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