Fujairah authorities battle blaze at oil industry zone after drone shrapnel fall

Authorities in Fujairah are currently dealing with a fire in the Foiz Petroleum area, the emirate announced on Monday, March 9.

The blaze was caused due to falling debris following the successful interceptions of drones by air defense systems.

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No injuries have been reported, and the authority said updates will be provided if there are any developments.

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The public has also been urged not to spread rumours and to obtain information only from official sources.

Meanwhile, during the same morning, authorities managed to put out another fire in the emirate, with no injuries recorded.

• Fujairah

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