Phase 7 of UAE sterilisation programme begins

Phase 7 of the sanitisation programme and Covid-19 testing in the Musaffah area of Abu Dhabi began yesterday on June 9, 2020 with Blocks 42 and 43.

The programme is being implemented by the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi in partnership with relevant entities.

In a series of tweets on Tuesday evening, Abu Dhabi Media Office said: "This comes after the success of the first six phases of the campaign. Residents welcomed the procedures, and expressed their appreciation for the efforts being made to protect their health and safety".

"Daily commercial activities will continue as usual. Entry and exit will be restricted while the area is being sanitised."

"No legal action will be taken against those violating visa regulations. Protecting the community's safety and curbing the spread of coronavirus is the top priority."

"Those living in Blocks 42 and 43 are requested to cooperate and follow instructions in order for the sanitisation and testing programme to achieve its objectives."