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Fire breaks out in Fujairah Oil Industry Zone after drone interception | VIDEO

News DeskLast Updated: 03 March 2026, 05:08 PM ISTShare The incident marks the first time such an occurrence has been reported in Fujairah Screengrab: XA fire broke out in the early hours of Tuesday, March 3, in the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) after debris fell following the interception of a drone by air defence systems. The Port of Fujairah is the third-largest bunkering hub (ship-refueling) in the world According to a statement issued by the Fujairah Media Office, authorities responded swiftly to reports of loud sounds heard across several parts of the city. Emergency teams attended the scene, contained the blaze and later brought it fully under control.

Fire breaks out in Fujairah Oil Industry Zone after drone interception | VIDEO

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Key Highlights

  • Officials confirmed that no injuries were reported and that normal operations in the area have since resumed.
  • The authority urged members of the public to rely on official state sources for updates and to refrain from circulating rumours or unverified information.
  • Relevant teams continue to monitor the situation and are taking necessary measures to ensure public safety.
  • The incident marks the first time such an occurrence has been reported in Fujairah.
  • A day earlier, on 2 March, Ras Al Khaimah recorded its first instance of drone debris falling in a residential area.
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  1. Fire breaks out in Fujairah Oil Industry Zone after drone interception | VIDEO

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