A fire in Fujairah, sparked by falling shrapnel after successful air defence interceptions, has been contained.
Emergency teams quickly brought the blaze under control. Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported.
The Fujairah Media Office earlier said the fire had broken out in the oil industry zone.
— Fujairah Media Office (@FjMediaoffice) March 9, 2026
— Fujairah Media Office (@FjMediaoffice) March 8, 2026
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Four people have been injured after two drones fell near Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Wednesday, the authorities announced, adding that air traffic continued without disruptions.
Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
Since the start of the regional crisis, the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has recorded over 560 violations, mainly for unjustified price hikes, issuing 449 warnings and fines exceeding AED 207,000.
