Residents evacuated as precautionary measure

The competent authorities in Ajman said residents of the tower were evacuated as a precaution to ensure their safety, while Civil Defence teams managed to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to neighbouring residential units.

No injuries or casualties were reported among residents. Cooling operations were carried out, and the site was inspected to confirm it was safe in line with established safety procedures.

Investigation launched into cause of fire

The swift response of Civil Defence teams and effective coordination among relevant authorities helped ensure the incident was handled quickly and safely. The building’s fire suppression systems also operated efficiently, contributing to the rapid extinguishing of the blaze and limiting its spread.

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause and circumstances of the fire, while urging the public to rely on official sources and avoid sharing rumours or unverified information.