Fire at Musaffah fuel tank terminal contained

Monday, 2 March 2026 21:59

By ARN News Staff

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have responded to a fire resulting from the targeting of a fuel tank terminal in Musaffah by a drone.

The situation was promptly contained. No injuries were reported and there was no impact on operations.

The public is urged to avoid circulating rumours and to rely only on official sources.

Abu Dhabi authorities have responded today to a fire resulting from the targeting of a Musaffah fuel tank terminal by a drone. The situation was promptly contained.

No injuries were reported and there was no impact on operations. The public is urged to avoid circulating rumours…
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) March 2, 2026

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