A drone struck a luxury residential tower in Dubai Creek Harbour, causing a fire and forcing residents to evacuate the building. Emergency services responded quickly and managed to bring the situation under control.
Officials said the drone hit part of the high-rise building in the waterfront neighbourhood, triggering a blaze. Firefighters from Dubai Civil Defence rushed to the scene and worked to contain the fire while authorities evacuated residents as a safety measure.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident. After the fire was put out, safety teams carried out inspections in the building before allowing residents to return to their homes.
The strike is believed to be linked to rising tensions in the Middle East involving Iran. Reports suggest the drone may have been launched as part of a wider wave of attacks in the Gulf region amid the ongoing conflict.
The United Arab Emirates has been on high alert as regional tensions increase. Security agencies and air defence systems have been closely monitoring possible threats to protect key cities and infrastructure.
Dubai Creek Harbour is one of the city’s modern residential and commercial districts, known for its luxury apartment towers and waterfront views. The incident caused concern among residents, as the area is considered one of Dubai’s prominent urban developments.
Authorities said emergency teams acted quickly to prevent the fire from spreading to other parts of the building. Officials also reassured the public that security and safety measures remain strong across the city.
Investigators are now examining the drone and the damage caused to determine the exact circumstances of the attack. Officials have not yet released further details about the source of the drone.
