Fire triggered by intercepted projectile debris at Sharjah’s Khorfakkan Port was swiftly contained; one Nepalese was critically injured, three Pakistanis were hurt, and authorities urged the public to avoid spreading unverified information.
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A fire that broke out at Khorfakkan Port following falling debris has been brought under control, authorities confirmed late Sunday, as emergency teams swiftly contained the situation and secured the area.
According to the Sharjah Government Media Office, the incident occurred after air defense systems successfully intercepted projectiles, resulting in debris سقوط داخل port premises, which triggered a fire. Rapid response units were deployed immediately, extinguishing the blaze and initiating cooling operations to prevent further danger.
Officials said one Nepalese national sustained serious injuries and was rushed to the hospital for urgent medical treatment. Meanwhile, three Pakistani nationals suffered minor to moderate injuries and were treated accordingly.
Authorities stressed that the situation is now fully under control, with no ongoing threat to port operations or nearby communities.
Residents and the public have been urged to rely only on official channels for updates and avoid spreading unverified information or rumors.
The incident comes amid heightened regional tensions, with authorities maintaining a high level of preparedness to respond to any emergency situations.
