A fire erupted in a Khor Fakkan villa Friday morning due to a gas leak. Sharjah Police and Civil Defense Authority swiftly responded, managing to control the blaze.
A 52-year-old resident suffered burns and was hospitalized for treatment.
Colonel Walid Yamahi, head of the Eastern Region Police Department, stated that a family member reported the incident at 6 am. Emergency teams and ambulances were dispatched immediately.
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Initial investigations by the Sharjah Civil Defense Authority’s fire experts indicated the fire originated from a minor gas leak in the home’s sewer system.
The Eastern Region Police Department director advises regular checks and maintenance of sewer systems, adherence to safety protocols when handling flammable gases, and using specialized services to safeguard lives and property.
