Falling debris causes fires at Abu Dhabi’s Habshan gas complex

Abu Dhabi authorities have confirmed that the recent incident at the Habshan gas complex was caused by falling debris following a successful interception by air defence systems. The debris ignited multiple fires across the facility.

Three people sustained minor injuries in the incident, including two Emirati nationals and one Indian national, the Abu Dhabi press service said, Caliber.Az reports.

As part of the ongoing follow up to the previously reported incident at Habshan gas complex, Abu Dhabi authorities can confirm that it was caused by falling debris, following a successful interception by air defence systems, resulting in multiple fires and minor injuries to two…

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Operations at the complex have been temporarily suspended as authorities assess the situation.

Officials urged the public to rely only on verified sources for updates and avoid sharing unconfirmed reports or rumors.

By Sabina Mammadli