Dubai petrol station staff avert disaster as burning lorry careens towards pumps

Enoc employees praised by Dubai Police for extinguishing fire after vehicle arrives at the station

Disaster averted at Dubai petrol station as quick-thinking staff extinguish vehicle fire

Disaster averted at Dubai petrol station as quick-thinking staff extinguish vehicle fire
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Dubai Police have praised petrol station staff who quickly extinguished a fire in a lorry that had been driven up to the pumps.

Police shared footage on social media of the incident at an Enoc petrol station

“I commend the workers for their exemplary behaviour and rapid response,” said Lt Col Rashid Muhammad Salem, head of Dubai's Lehbab Police Station.

“Their professionalism in handling the incident reflected the true essence of the partnership between the Dubai Police and community members for the greater good.”

Lt Col Salem presented a certificate of appreciation to the workers for their quick action in extinguishing the fire before it could cause an explosion.

The workers expressed gratitude to the Dubai Police General Command.

Updated: September 20, 2023, 9:05 AM