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Kuwaiti Oil Tanker Fire Extinguished After Suspected Drone Attack in Dubai

Dubai authorities have successfully extinguished a fire aboard the Kuwaiti oil tanker Al Salmi in Dubai waters. The incident, cited by Kuwait Petroleum Corporation as a result of an Iranian attack, caused damage to the vessel's hull, raising concerns about a potential oil spill. All 24 crew members aboard the tanker, which was carrying 2 million barrels of oil from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia to China, are confirmed safe. The firefighting response followed reports of multiple loud explosions heard in Dubai over several hours.

Key Points: Kuwaiti Tanker Fire in Dubai Waters Extinguished After Attack

  • Fire extinguished on Kuwaiti oil tanker
  • Suspected Iranian drone attack cited
  • All 24 crew members safe, no injuries
  • Vessel hull damaged, oil spill concerns
  • Incident followed loud explosions in Dubai
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Fire extinguished on Kuwaiti oil tanker hit by drone attack in Dubai waters

Fire on Kuwaiti oil tanker Al Salmi extinguished in Dubai after suspected Iranian drone attack. All 24 crew safe, hull damaged, oil spill risk assessed.

"Dubai authorities have confirmed that response teams have successfully extinguished the fire involving a Kuwaiti oil tanker. - Dubai Media Office"

Dubai, March 31

The Dubai Media Office on Tuesday confirmed that the fire aboard the Kuwaiti oil tanker Al Salmi has been successfully extinguished, causing damage to the vessel's hull and raising concerns about a possible oil spill.

The tanker, Al Salmi, was carrying 2 million barrels of oil from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, destined for Qingdao, China. Thankfully, all 24 crew members are safe, and no injuries have been reported.

In a post on X, the Dubai Media Office said, "Dubai authorities have confirmed that response teams have successfully extinguished the fire involving a Kuwaiti oil tanker. Relevant teams continue to assess the situation and take the necessary measures, and updates will be shared as they become available."

"Authorities in Dubai responded to a fire in an abandoned house in Al Badaa caused by debris following an air defence interception. Four minor injuries were reported among individuals in the vicinity of the house," it said further.

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) said early on Tuesday that the Al Salmi tanker was struck in an Iranian attack while anchored at the port in the United Arab Emirates, causing damage to the vessel and a fire on board, as quoted by Al Jazeera.

The Dubai Media Office said that the incident involving Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai waters (Anchorage "E"), had no injuries.

"Authorities in Dubai confirm their response to an incident involving a drone affecting a Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai waters (Anchorage "E"), with no injuries reported. Maritime firefighting teams are currently working to bring the fire under control and manage the incident in line with established procedures. Further updates will be provided as they become available," it said.

"Authorities in Dubai continue firefighting operations in response to the incident involving a Kuwaiti oil tanker. No injuries have been reported, and the safety of all 24 crew members has been secured," it said further.

The authorities had issued an alert earlier when the fire was detected.

"Authorities in Dubai continue to respond to the fire affecting a Kuwaiti oil tanker. Further updates will be shared as they become available," it said.

Multiple loud explosions were heard in Dubai, starting at around 6 or 7 pm local time on Monday until about 1 or 2 am on Tuesday, Al Jazeera reported.

- ANI

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Priya S
The article mentions debris from an "air defence interception" causing a fire in a house. So many innocent people just going about their day, getting caught in these conflicts. Four minor injuries reported, but the trauma must be huge. Our prayers are with all affected. 🙏
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Rohit P
Drone attacks on commercial shipping in such a critical waterway is a serious escalation. The Strait of Hormuz is a lifeline for energy supplies. India needs to watch this very closely and ensure the safety of our own merchant vessels and energy security.
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Sarah B
The environmental risk is scary. 2 million barrels of oil is a massive amount. A major spill in the Gulf would be an ecological disaster, affecting marine life and coastal communities for years. Hope the damage to the hull is contained and the response teams can prevent any leak.
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Vikram M
While I'm relieved no one was hurt, the reporting feels a bit scattered. First it's a drone attack, then debris from interception, and the source of the attack seems attributed differently. More clarity from authorities would help in understanding the real threat level in the region.
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Karthik V
Dubai is home to so many Indian expats. Hearing about loud explosions going on for hours must have been terrifying for our people living there. Glad the fire is out and hope things calm down. The UAE authorities seem to have handled it well.

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