UAE: Massive blaze engulfs two towers in Ajman

A massive fire has ripped through at least two residential buildings in the Swan area of the Persian Gulf city of Ajman in the United Arab Emirates.

According to local media, citing emergency services, the fire has been brought “under control.” Social media users posted images and footage of the fire late Monday showing bright yellow flames engulfing a building with chunks of burning debris falling to the ground.  

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There were no reports of casualties at the time and local media reported residents were evacuated to safety ...

UPDATE: Huge fire engulfs 2 towers of residential skyscraper in #Ajman UAE (VIDEO) pic.twitter.com/vwVN7b7NbZ https://t.co/ngFe7VT5VX

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BREAKING: Huge fire engulfs skyscraper in UAE pic.twitter.com/kCb7RGMY9l https://t.co/ngFe7VT5VX

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