No causalities in Abu Dhabi warehouse fire

Friday, 5 June 2020 16:58

Civil Defence teams quickly brought the warehouse fire under control (Abu Dhabi Police)

A fire that erupted in a warehouse in Abu Dhabi was successfully dealt with by emergency services in the Capital, with no injuries reported from the blaze.

Teams from Abu Dhabi Civil Defence quickly arrived on the scene after receiving reports of the fire in the Mafraq industrial area.

According to Abu Dhabi Police, the fire was swiftly brought under control and soon extinguished.

Authorities have since called for owners of warehouses and industrial facilities to comply with all health and safety regulations and to carry out regular maintenance of safety devices and equipment.

More from UAE News

UAE Cabinet adopts AI Advisor System to support decision-making

The UAE has approved the launch of a new Cabinet AI Advisor system, designed to support government decision-making and speed up the study and implementation of projects and initiatives.
UAE condemns hostile Iranian attack on Saudi tanker 'Sidr'

The UAE has strongly condemned an Iranian attack on the Saudi-flagged tanker 'Sidr' while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz, which resulted in the deaths of a number of crew members.
UAE expresses solidarity with Egypt, Jordan over victims of bus accident

The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Egypt and Jordan after a bus overturned in South Sinai, killing at least 21 people and injuring several others on Wednesday.
Dubai steps up school safety with over 500 inspections

Dubai Municipality has inspected more than 500 schools to ensure canteens, swimming pools, aircons and water tanks are being maintained to meet the city's health and safety standards.
UAE scholarship programme helps 668 students pursue higher education

The UAE is strengthening its position as a global hub for education through its International Student Scholarship Programme, overseen by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
UAE strongly condemns Iranian attacks on neighbouring countries

The UAE has strongly condemned the Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq on Wednesday.
UAE President invites Qatari Emir to attend UN Water Conference

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a written message to Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani with an official invitation to participate in the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi.
Dubai Police honours Saudi national for saving man from drowning

Abdulrazzaq bin Zaal bin Jabr Al Ruwaili from Saudi Arabia has been honoured for his bravery after he saved a man from drowning in Dubai Creek.