A drone has been intercepted over the Burj Al Arab, with debris sparking a minor fire on the hotel’s outer facade.
Civil Defence teams responded immediately and quickly brought the blaze under control. No injuries have been reported.
Authorities confirm that a drone was intercepted, and debris caused a minor fire on the Burj Al Arab's outer facade. Civil Defence teams responded immediately and brought the incident under control. No injuries have been reported.
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) February 28, 2026
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