Abu Dhabi authorities respond to fire from drone strike in Al Dhafra

Authorities in Abu Dhabi responded on Sunday to a fire that broke out in an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra Region, caused by a drone strike.

No injuries have been reported so far, with no impact on radiological safety levels and all precautionary measures being taken.

The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) also confirmed that the fire did not affect the safety of the power plant or the readiness of its essential systems, and that all units are operating as normal.

The authority added that there was no release of radioactive material and that radiological safety levels remained within normal ranges, noting no risk to the public or the environment.

The public have been reminded to obtain information from official sources only, and to avoid spreading rumours or unverified information.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi responded to a fire incident that broke out in an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra Region, caused by a drone strike. No injuries were reported, and there was no impact on radiological…

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