Ras Al Khaimah: A fire broke out at a sponge factory in Ras Al Khaimah’s Al Ghail area early on Tuesday.
No casualties were reported, but the factory was severely damaged.
The RAK Civil Defence brought the fire under control before it could spread.
A rescue team evacuated the factory and nearby buildings to ensure workers’ safety.
Police patrols cordoned off the area and closed roads leading to the factory,
The site has been secured by RAK Civil Defence as the sponge is flammable and fire could spread again.