fire broke out on Tuesday evening in Abu Dhabi’s Musaffah Industrial Area, affecting several commercial shops and warehouses. Emergency teams from the Abu Dhabi Police and Civil Defence Authority responded immediately after receiving the alert and worked efficiently to bring the blaze under control. According to authorities, the fire has been fully contained, and no casualties or injuries were reported. Cooling operations and safety inspections were conducted to prevent any potential flare-ups.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing thick plumes of smoke rising from the area as firefighters battled the flames. Roads leading to the affected zone were temporarily closed to allow emergency vehicles to access the site. The Civil Defence confirmed that rapid intervention units successfully prevented the fire from spreading to nearby structures, minimizing damage to surrounding properties.
Officials said an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident, with authorities reminding the public to follow safety guidelines and avoid sharing unverified information online. Preliminary reports suggest that the fire started in a cluster of storage units, but the exact source has not been confirmed.
Musaffah, one of Abu Dhabi’s key industrial and commercial hubs, houses numerous workshops, warehouses, and trading outlets, making fire prevention measures crucial. The prompt response by the emirate’s emergency services once again demonstrated their high readiness and efficiency in managing industrial emergencies.
Authorities expressed gratitude to residents for their cooperation and urged continued vigilance to ensure safety in industrial zones.
