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Abu Dhabi authorities: One individual dead, four injured by falling debris at Habshan gas facilities following interception

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3 Apr 2026 21:49

ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)

Authorities in Abu Dhabi on Friday announced that one Egyptian national tragically lost his life during the evacuation of the previously reported incident at Habshan gas facilities.

Four individuals - two Pakistani nationals and two Egyptian nationals - sustained minor injuries caused by falling debris following the successful interception by air defence systems, a statement by Abu Dhabi Media Office said.

The statement added that authorities also confirmed that two fires broke out as a result of this incident and emergency response teams acted swiftly to bring the situation under control.

Significant damage has occurred at the facilities and an assessment is ongoing, the statement further added.

The public is advised to obtain information only from official sources and to avoid spreading rumours or unverified information.

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