Dubai temporarily closes routes near airport

Several roads near the airport have been closed following a fire that was contained due to a drone incident on Monday.

Dubai Police has announced that routes on the airport road and tunnel have been temporarily closed, with motorists advised to use alternative roads. 

The authority also added that the Al Garhoud Bridge leading to Casablanca Street will be shut temporarily, alongside Cargo Village and Marrakech Street intersections heading towards the airport.

The announcement follows a fire that was contained near the Dubai International Airport due to an impact on one of the fuel tanks following a drone incident.

Dubai Civil Defence teams reaffirmed the public that the situation near the airport remains under control, with no spread of the fire.

The authorities also added that no injuries have been reported at the site.

Dubai Civil Defence teams confirm that the situation remains under control, with no spread of the fire. No injuries reported.

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 16, 2026