Day: February 17, 2023

AJMAN, The General Administration of Civil Defence’s firefighting teams in Ajman, with assistance from the regional departments in Dubai, Sharjah, and Umm Al Qaiwain, successfully brought under control a fire that erupted on Friday morning at an oil and lubricant factory located in the New Industrial Area.

The factory, a printing press, a warehouse for ready-made clothes, 9 commercial stores, and a residential building consisting of two floors were damaged in the incident.

Additionally, 39 cars that were parked next to the factory also caught fire and were completely burned.

The accident led to five injuries, with four being moderate and one minor.

Major General Sheikh Sultan bin Abdullah Al Nuaimi, Commander-in-Chief of the Ajman Police, stated that a report was received at the operations room at 3:15 am, and the police patrols and civil defence teams quickly responded, arriving at the site of the accident within seven minutes.

They requested support from neighbouring Emirates, Dubai, Sharjah, Umm Al Qaiwain, and Ajman Police to secure the site. The National Ambulance, the Union Electricity and Water Company, the Municipality and Planning Department, and the Emirates Red Crescent also provided support.

Specialised teams began evacuating and fighting the fire. The fire spread due to the leakage of oils, and reached to neighbouring buildings.

Colonel Raed Obaid Al Zaabi, Director General of Ajman Civil Defence, said that the civil defence teams were able to put out the fire and started cooling operations at the site. The police took over the site to investigate the causes of the fire.

Several officials, including the Maj. Gen. Dr. Jassim Mohammed Al Marzougi, UAE Civil Defence Commander in Chief and other top police officers, were present on the accident site.

Source: Emirates News Agency

Dubai Police recently organised its annual forum for its suppliers to discuss new ideas, ways to enhance cooperation and suggestions for improvements. The event was attended by a wide range of suppliers from various industries, including technology, logistics, and security services.

The forum provided an opportunity for suppliers to interact with Dubai Police officials and share their experiences in working with the force. The discussions covered various topics, including the latest technological advancements, security solutions, and logistics innovations. Participants also had the chance to learn about Dubai Police’s procurement processes and gain insights into the challenges faced by the force in its day-to-day operations.

His Excellency Major General Ahmad Mohammad Rafie, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Administrative Affairs and Logistic Support at Dubai Police, highlighted the importance of the annual forum, emphasising its role in enhancing cooperation between the force and its suppliers. He noted that the event provides an opportunity for both parties to discuss new ideas and approaches to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

During the forum, Dubai Police also recognised several suppliers for their outstanding contributions to the force. The honours included awards for innovation, outstanding service, and excellence in delivery.

Commenting on the event, Shamma Ali Al Ali, Director of the Supplier Relations Centre at the Dubai Police, said, “We are delighted to have held this year’s annual forum for our suppliers. It was a great opportunity to engage with our partners and discuss ways to enhance our cooperation and develop new ideas that can help us to improve our services. We are committed to working closely with our suppliers to ensure that we continue to deliver the highest standards of service to the people of Dubai.”

The annual forum is part of Dubai Police’s ongoing efforts to build strong partnerships with its suppliers and foster a culture of innovation and excellence. The force is committed to working closely with its suppliers to ensure that it can deliver the best possible services to the community.

Source: Dubai Police