Authorities are responding to a fire that has broken out at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) early on Tuesday after being targeted by several drones, with no injuries reported.
In a post by Fujairah Media Office on X, the authorities noted specialised teams were immediately dispatched to the location to control the situation.
— Fujairah Media Office (@FjMediaoffice) March 17, 2026
UAE deals with incoming missile, drone threats on Tuesday morning
UAE authorities have announced on Tuesday morning that air forces were responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
GCAA: Air traffic operations return to normal
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced that air navigation has returned to normal across the UAE’s airspace, following the stabilisation of the situation and the lifting of the temporary precautionary measures.
UAE responds to missile, drone threats
Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
UAE closes airspace as precautionary measure
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the temporary, full closure of the UAE’s airspace, as an exceptional precautionary measure to ensure the safety of flights and air crew amid rapidly evolving regional developments.
UAE extends distance learning for schools and universities
Authorities in the UAE have announced the extension of distance learning for two weeks for nurseries, public and private schools, and higher education institutions.
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