Drone Attack Sparks Fire at ADNOC’s Ruwais Refinery in Abu Dhabi
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A drone strike triggered a fire at the Ruwais Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra region, prompting authorities to shut down the refinery.
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A fire broke out at a major oil refinery in Abu Dhabi after a drone attack struck a facility inside the Ruwais Industrial Complex, authorities confirmed.
Emergency teams quickly responded to the incident at the complex in the Al Dhafra region, one of the UAE’s key energy hubs.
So far, officials say no injuries have been reported.
Fire breaks out after drone strike
The fire started after a drone attack hit a facility inside the Ruwais Industrial Complex, according to authorities.
The site is operated by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and is home to one of the world’s largest oil refining facilities. The refinery is capable of processing up to 922,000 barrels of oil per day.
Authorities have not yet released additional details about the drone involved or where it originated.
Refinery temporarily shut down
As a precaution, operations at the refinery were temporarily shut down while response teams work to manage the situation.
The Ruwais Industrial Complex plays a major role in Abu Dhabi’s downstream energy sector. Aside from oil refining, the site also houses large chemical, fertilizer, and industrial gas facilities.
Public urged to rely on official updates
Officials are reminding the public to follow verified updates from official sources only.
Authorities also urged residents to avoid sharing rumours or unconfirmed information as the situation continues to be monitored.