Car goes up in flames on key Dubai road

Monday, 16 August 2021 11:30

By ARN News Staff

Emergency response teams were quick on the scene after a car caught fire on Dubai's Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road on Monday.

According to Dubai Civil Defence, the incident, which took place opposite Mirdif City Center was reported at 10:21 am.

Firefighters from Al Qusais station arrived on the scene at 10:27 am and brought the blaze under control.

No injuries were reported.

Dubai Police also took to Twitter to warn other motorists about possible tailbacks and delays because of the accident.

#TrafficUpdate | 10:31

A fire accident on SMBZR after Al Rashidiya bridge towards Sharjah, resulting in traffic delays. Please be extra cautious.
— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) August 16, 2021

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