Dubai Civil Defence teams contained a limited fire on the exterior facade of the Burj Al Arab, with no injuries reported, authorities said.
The Dubai Media Office, citing relevant local authorities and reported by the Emirates News Agency, said the incident was caused by debris from a drone that had been intercepted.
Emergency teams responded promptly and secured the area, officials added, confirming that the situation was brought under control without disruption to guests or staff.
The incident comes amid heightened regional tensions, though authorities did not provide further operational details.
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