DUBAI, March 15 (Xinhua) -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) intercepted incoming aerial threats early Sunday as air defence systems responded to missile and drone activity, while authorities urged residents to follow official guidance and refrain from sharing unverified information.
The UAE Ministry of Defence issued a mobile alert advising residents to remain in safe locations, confirming later that the situation had been contained and normal activities could resume.
Authorities in Dubai confirmed that loud explosions heard in the Marina and Al Sufouh areas were the result of air defence interceptions.
In Abu Dhabi, emergency teams contained a fire caused by a drone strike at the Ruwais Industrial Complex, with no injuries reported, according to the Abu Dhabi Media Office.
In the eastern emirate of Fujairah, a fire broke out at the Fujairah Oil Industries Zone following another interception, resulting in minor injuries to a Jordanian national.
The UAE's National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority urged residents to keep a safe distance from any debris that may have fallen following the aerial interceptions and to immediately report any sightings to authorities. ■
