Sharjah, UAE – May 31, 2025 — Firefighting teams from the Sharjah Civil Defense Authority successfully contained a major fire that broke out early Saturday morning at a fuel storage facility in the Hamriyah area of Sharjah, averting what could have been a far more dangerous disaster.
According to an official statement released by Sharjah Police, the fire started inside a fuel warehouse located within Al Hamriyah Port. The blaze, which involved highly flammable materials, prompted an immediate multi-agency response.
Units from Civil Defense, Sharjah Police, and the National Guard were swiftly deployed to the site to manage the situation and prevent the flames from spreading to nearby facilities.
“Personnel including police, National Guard and Civil Defence commanders are on the ground, conducting firefighting operations in the wake of the fire,” the police said via a social media update.
Authorities confirmed that the situation was brought under control within a matter of hours, thanks to the coordinated and rapid action of emergency services.
Eyewitnesses reported plumes of thick black smoke rising into the sky, visible from kilometres away, while videos shared online showed large flames engulfing parts of the fuel warehouse.
A representative of the Sharjah Civil Defense Authority stated that safety protocols were immediately enacted upon the alert, allowing firefighters to quickly isolate the area and prevent the fire from spreading to adjacent structures or reaching the nearby port infrastructure.
“Our teams responded with full force, and through joint efforts with other agencies, the fire has been successfully contained,” the spokesperson said.
No fatalities or major injuries have been reported so far, although the extent of material damage remains under assessment. Authorities have confirmed that follow-up evacuation operations are underway to ensure the safety of workers and nearby residents.
Evacuation procedures are being overseen by Sharjah Police, who are working in coordination with municipal and port officials. “We are taking every precaution to secure the area and ensure that no one remains at risk,” a police official added.
As the situation stabilised by midday, forensic teams began working to determine the cause of the fire. Initial suspicions suggest a possible ignition source near stored fuel containers, but officials say a full investigation is ongoing.
The Hamriyah area, known for its industrial and logistics facilities, houses numerous warehouses including those storing fuel and chemical materials.
Today’s incident has raised fresh questions about safety protocols in high-risk zones, and local authorities have pledged a thorough review of compliance standards.
The Ministry of Interior has praised the rapid response of emergency teams, and assured the public that additional measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Meanwhile, social media has been abuzz with dramatic footage captured by bystanders, showing the intensity of the flames before firefighters brought them under control.
Residents have been advised to stay clear of the affected zone while authorities complete their investigation and ensure full containment.
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