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Fire Engulfs 67-Storey Dubai Marina Tower, All 3,820 Residents Evacuated

Officials are arranging temporary housing for displaced residents pending an investigation into the fire’s cause.

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Overview

  • The blaze ignited late on June 13 in the 67-storey Marina Pinnacle and was contained by Dubai Civil Defence teams after six hours of firefighting.
  • All 3,820 residents from 764 apartments were evacuated safely with no reported injuries or fatalities.
  • Officials have partnered with the building’s developer to secure temporary accommodations for those displaced by the fire.
  • Several tenants reported that fire alarms failed to activate, leaving many unaware of the danger until firefighters arrived.
  • Tram services between Dubai Marina Station and Palm Jumeirah Station were suspended and replaced by bus shuttles to support emergency efforts.