Fire contained near Dubai International Airport following drone incident
Dubai Civil teams were immediately dispatched to the site following the incident
Dubai Civil Defence teams have successfully contained a fire that broke out after a drone strike impacted one of the fuel tanks near Dubai International Airport (DXB). Authorities confirmed that no injuries have been reported.
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In a statement issued by the Dubai Media Office, officials said emergency and specialised response teams were immediately dispatched to the site following the incident. The drone strike caused a fire affecting one of the airport’s fuel tanks, prompting swift action by Civil Defence crews.
Response teams implemented all necessary safety measures in line with the highest approved standards. Civil Defence confirmed that the situation remains under control, with no further spread of the fire and no injuries recorded.
