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Update: Fire contained in Jebel Ali Industrial Area

Tuesday, 21 July 2020 10:42

A fire, which erupted in Jebel Ali Industrial Area has been brought under control.

According to Dubai Civil Defence, the flames were put out at 11:39 AM and no casualties were reported.

The blaze struck three warehouses containing perfumes and plastic materials.

The incident was reported at 09:07 AM and firefighters reached the site within seven minutes.

Teams from three different civil defence stations were involved in putting out the fire.

Dubai Civil Defence has successfully controlled a fire in the Jebel Ali industrial area and no casualties have been reported. pic.twitter.com/UEUGXPCqLa
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 21, 2020

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