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Six people were injured by debris in the Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (Kezad) on Saturday morning after an Iranian ballistic missile was intercepted.
Authorities said minor to moderate injuries were sustained by five Indian nationals and a Pakistani “following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by air defence systems.”
Three fires were sparked by the debris that landed in the Kezad area on Saturday morning, the Abu Dhabi Media Office said.
Eight civilians have died and more than 170 have been injured since the Iranian attacks on the UAE began on February 28.
The Ministry of Defence said the UAE's air defences engaged 20 ballistic missiles and 37 drones on Saturday.
Later on, another alert was sent on Saturday afternoon by the Ministry of Defence.
"UAE Air Defences system are actively engaging with missiles and UAV threats," the Ministry of Defence wrote on X. "MOD asserts that the sounds heard across the country are the result of."
Since the beginning of the Iranian attacks on the UAE, the country has dealt with 398 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,872 drones.
The eight civilian deaths were citizens of Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Palestine and India. Two Emirati helicopter pilots from the UAE armed forces and a Moroccan civilian contractor have also been killed in the Iranian attacks.
Safety alerts were issued early on Saturday in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
“UAE air defence and fighters are engaging in incoming missiles and UAV threat from Iran. The Ministry of Defence asserts the sounds heard are the result of air defence systems engaging missile and the fighters are intercepting cruise missiles and UAVs. The public are requested to adhere to safety and security instructions issued,” the Ministry of Defence posted on X.
People were alerted to stay in a safe place and stay clear of windows, doors and open areas due to the missile threat.
“Due to the current situation, potential missile threats, immediately seek a safe place in the closest secure building,” the Ministry of Interior’s safety alert said.
A message saying the situation was safe was sent out later in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Police have also warned people not to touch or photograph debris due to the risks posed by projectiles.
“For your safety, do not approach, touch, or photograph any debris or objects that have fallen as a result of successful air interceptions and allow the relevant authorities to assess the situation,” police have cautioned.
“While some objects may appear harmless, interacting with them may pose safety risks. Your security is our happiness.”
