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Free accommodation for residents living in the following areas Zahiye A fire broke out in central Abu Dhabi on Friday afternoon.
Nineteen people were taken to hospital after suffering “minor to moderate injuries”.
Abu Dhabi Police said the building had been evacuated “to ensure the safety of the tenants”.
Abu Dhabi Police tweeted: “The Emirates Red Crescent, in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Police and Abu Dhabi Civil Defence, has provided temporary accommodation for the residents of the building until the building is completely safe.”
The force said officers and staff from the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority had successfully contained the fire and the building was cooling.
Thick smog can be seen on the city skyline above high-rise buildings in video clips shared on social media.
“The incident resulted in 19 people suffering minor to moderate injuries and they were immediately transferred to hospital for treatment,” Abu Dhabi Police said on Twitter.
“Further updates will be shared as they become available.”
Police said an investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the fire.
Updated: June 17, 2022 at 4:54 pm
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